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Hurricane Melissa causes major damage in eastern Cuba without fatalities
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Hurricane Melissa struck eastern Cuba, causing major damage but no reported deaths, after evacuating over 700,000 people. The storm, one of the most powerful in the Atlantic, left a trail of destruction across the Caribbean with at least 34 total fatalities. The Pan American Health Organization is now sending humanitarian aid to support response efforts in affected areas.
Venezuela has sent a fourth ship carrying 27 containers of humanitarian aid to Cuba to offset the extensive damage from Hurricane Melissa at the end of last October.
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The story of a dog named Yoni, reportedly abandoned during Hurricane Melissa's floods in Cuba, sparked a media campaign that exposed tensions in animal rights activism. Though the dog and its owner were safe, the case drew criticism for prioritizing pets over broader needs. It highlighted challenges like inadequate oversight of veterinary clinics and fragmented organizations.
Hurricane Melissa, downgraded to category 2, is heading toward northern Europe and could positively influence French weather next week. Although France will not be directly affected, its residual effects promise more stable and mild conditions in early November. Images of devastation persist in Jamaica and Cuba after its passage.
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Hurricane Melisa made landfall on Jamaica's western coast on Monday with winds up to 280 kilometers per hour, trapping over 100 Argentines in the powerful storm. Two Argentine women described their terror locked in a bathroom as alarms blared nonstop. A resident from Córdoba reported that the phenomenon is sweeping everything away.
A powerful hurricane struck the Florida coast, causing widespread destruction, power outages, and flooding in multiple communities. Officials have reported several casualties and are mobilizing rescue and recovery efforts. The storm's impact is expected to affect the region for weeks as cleanup begins.