The Meteorological Service of Jamaica has reported that reconnaissance aircraft indicates a drift of Tropical Storm Melissa to the east-southeast over the Caribbean Sea, however, the Tropical Storm Warning and the Hurricane Watch continue for Jamaica. At 7 a.m., the centre of Tropical Storm Melissa was located near latitude 15.9 degrees North, longitude 75.0 degrees West. This is about 415 kilometres southwest of Port-au-Prince, Haiti and about 256 kilometres (159 miles) south-southeast of Moran

Hurricane Melissa remains a powerful Category 4 system positioned near latitude 16.4°N, longitude 77.2°W, continuing its slow westward movement at 5 mph. 💨Melissa is packing maximum sustained winds of 145 mph, capable of causing severe wind damage, dangerous storm surges, and heavy rainfall as it nears Jamaica. 🇯🇲⚠️Residents are strongly urged to complete all preparations, stay tuned to official updates, and avoid coastal areas. #EyeOnMelissa #HurricaneMelissa #JamaicaObserver | The Jamaica O