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Across the northern Caribbean, residents clawed through debris after Hurricane Melissa’s ruinous sweep. Jamaica absorbed a direct hit: at least 14 dead, more than 13,000 in shelters, 72% without power, and helicopters ferrying food to cut-off towns. In Cuba, mass evacuations — over 735,000 people — spared lives, but eastern provinces reported wrecked roofs, downed power lines and damage to El Cobre’s basilica; the U.S. State Department said it was ready to assist. Haiti suffered catastrophic flooding, with at least 30 dead, 20 missing, and 15,000 in shelters. A Category 2, Melissa neared Bermuda, prompting airport and school closures.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.