Communities across the northern Caribbean are grappling with the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, which has claimed at least 45 lives , primarily in Haiti and Jamaica. The storm, one of the most powerful Atlantic hurricanes on record, also caused significant damage in Cuba. In Jamaica, authorities reported 19 fatalities, with the storm leaving many areas without power and communication. The country's Education Minister, Dana Morris Dixon, described the devastation as overwhelming and urged patience from residents as recovery efforts continue. Relief flights have begun landing, bringing essential supplies to affected regions.

In Haiti, the storm resulted in at least 25 deaths , with catastrophic flooding particularly affecting the southern region. The Haitian government is mobilizing re

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