Principal Director of the Meteorological Service of Jamaica, Evan Thompson, says while Melissa’s “interesting” drift east-southeast takes it away from Jamaica, this could be very short-lived. #GLNRToday | Jamaica Gleaner

The roadway at San San in eastern Portland was blocked by a large fallen tree. A motorist is attempting to clear the obstruction by using a rope tied to his Hilux pickup truck. Traffic has been halted since the incident. #GLNRToday #TrackingMelissa | Jamaica Gleaner

Hurricane Melissa has slowed its crawl south of Jamaica, heightening fears of prolonged and dangerous weather conditions as the powerful Category 4 system edges closer to the island. Read more: https://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/news/20251026/hurricane-melissa-slows-slightly-jamaica-braces-direct-hit #GLNRToday | Jamaica Gleaner