Hurricane Melissa makes landfall in Jamaica
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Meteorologist Says 'Oh My Jesus' on Live TV While Reporting on Startling Hurricane Melissa Update
As Hurricane Melissa barreled towards Jamaica, a Florida hurricane specialist’s visceral reaction underscores the severity of the storm.
Article last updated: Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025, 10 p.m. ET
Tropical Storm Melissa could become a dangerous hurricane in the Caribbean over the coming days. Meanwhile, a long-duration lake-effect rain event is unfolding across the Great Lakes.
Newsweek reached out to the National Hurricane Center (NHC) via email for comment. Hurricane Melissa is a Category 5 storm as of the most recent update from the NHC, with maximum sustained wind gusts reaching 175 mph.