Hurricane Melissa, the most potent storm to hit Jamaica and the strongest globally this year, has caused significant property damage. The category 5 storm, with maximum sustained winds of 175 mph, has prompted evacuations in Cuba in anticipation of landfall. Authorities have urged the public to exercise extreme caution during hurricane conditions, as even minor mistakes can lead to serious injury or death. While health centres are closed, hospitals remain open to attend to storm-related injuries.