Posted: Wednesday, October 29, 2025. 8:29 am CST.
By Zoila Palma: The United States has pledged to send aid to Jamaica following the catastrophic impact of Hurricane Melissa, which made landfall on Tuesday as a historic Category 5 storm — the strongest ever to hit the island since recordkeeping began nearly two centuries ago.
With maximum sustained winds of 185 mph, Melissa tore through the country’s southern coast near New Hope, leaving behind severe destruction, widespread flooding, and a humanitarian crisis.
“This is an extremely dangerous and life-threatening situation!” the U.S. National Hurricane Center (NHC) warned as the storm slammed into Jamaica.
Speaking aboard Air Force One, U.S. President Donald Trump said Washington is ready to assist Jamaica in the aftermath of the unprecedented storm. “We’re watching it closely, and we’re prepared to move,” Trump told reporters, expressing disbelief at Melissa’s intensity. “I’ve never seen that before. I guess it can get that high, but I’ve never seen it,” he said, referring to the hurricane’s record-breaking wind speeds.
The National Hurricane Center (NHC)warned of catastrophic flash flooding and landslides across the island, with officials urging citizens to remain indoors and emergency crews to brace for difficult rescue operations.
Roads, bridges, and power lines have been destroyed in several parishes, while hundreds of thousands remain without electricity.
In a show of international solidarity, technology company Starlink, owned by billionaire Elon Musk, announced on social media platform X that it would provide free satellite internet services to affected areas in Jamaica and the Bahamas.
Advertise with the mоѕt vіѕіtеd nеwѕ ѕіtе іn Belize ~ We offer fully customizable and flexible digital marketing packages. Your content is delivered instantly to thousands of users in Belize and abroad! Contact us at mаrkеtіng@brеаkіngbеlіzеnеwѕ.соm or call us at 501-612-0315.
© 2025, BreakingBelizeNews.com. Content is copyrighted and requires written permission for reprinting in online or print media. Theft of content without permission/payment is punishable by law.
Comments
More Belize News:
Belize Water Services extends solidarity and support to Jamaica in wake of hurricane Melissa
International News: Mexican President condemns U.S. strikes that killed 14 off Mexico’s Pacific coast
Pan American Health Organization and World Diabetes Foundation strengthen Primary health care to combat diabetes in Belize
The post International News: U.S. pledges support as historic hurricane Melissa devastates Jamaica appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com.
Posted: Wednesday, October 29, 2025. 8:29 am CST. By Zoila Palma: The United States has pledged to send aid to Jamaica following the catastrophic impact of
The post International News: U.S. pledges support as historic hurricane Melissa devastates Jamaica appeared first on Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com.
