Update |PM declares Jamaica a threatened area under Disaster Risk Management Act

The whole of Jamaica has been declared a threatened area, under the Disaster Risk Management Act, due to the potential impact of Tropical Storm Melissa, which poses a significant threat to the island. Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness, acting on...

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80 Bahamians evacuated from Jamaica as Tropical Storm Melissa strengthens

By KEILE CAMPBELL Tribune Staff Reporter kcampbell@tribunemedia.net EIGHTY Bahamian nationals were evacuated from Jamaica on Friday as Tropical Storm Melissa churned through the central Caribbean, with forecasters warning that the system could...

Former Caribbean Leaders Denounce Trump's Military Escalation in the Region

Ten former leaders of Caribbean nations on Friday called on the current governments across the region to unite in a diplomatic effort to counter President Donald Trump's unprovoked escalation, in which the US has struck at least 10 vessels in less...

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Tropical Storm Melissa nears Jamaica, forecast to become a major hurricane this weekend

Three key takeaways from Tropical Storm Melissa: Melissa is moving slowly northward and will turn westward, bringing it close to Jamaica and southwestern Haiti. The storm is forecast to rapidly intensify this weekend, becoming a major hurricane by...

Former Caribbean leaders call for US military pullback

In a joint release, several former Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community have appealed for a rollback of military escalation in the region, warning that peace, stability, and development are at risk. Among the signatories are Saint...

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Jamaica to Be Declared Disaster Area Shortly

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says Jamaica is to be declared a disaster area shortly, as the country remains on alert for Tropical Storm Melissa. Jamaica has been under a tropical storm warning and a hurricane watch since...

Statement on storm threat to Jamaica

The Government of Grenada is closely monitoring the approaching Tropical Storm Melissa, currently threatening Jamaica and the northern Caribbean region. We are deeply concerned for the safety and well-being of all those in its path, especially our...

Brace for Impact: Melissa Threatens Jamaica and Haiti

For the moment, Melissa is staying where she is. Still a tropical storm, Melissa remains nearly stationary in the central Caribbean as of Oct. 24, 2025, with forecasters monitoring its slow but potentially dangerous development. Currently...

Empress Idama performs in Jamaica for first time in 20 years, promotes new songs

When Empress Idama performed in Jamaica in September, it was the first time in over 20 years that she graced a stage in her homeland. The roots singer did a handful of gigs in St Elizabeth and Kingston. The New York-based artiste is currently...

Jamaica remains under Tropical Storm Warning and Hurricane Watch

The Meteorological Service of Jamaica say a Tropical Storm Warning and Hurricane Watch continue for Jamaica, even as reconnaissance aircraft data indicate that Tropical Storm Melissa could be reforming across the central Caribbean Sea. At 10 a.m.,...

Jamaica Red Cross preparing for Melissa with over $16 million allocated for immediate action

The Jamaica Red Cross (JRC) says it is activating anticipatory action measures ahead of Tropical Storm Melissa in efforts to minimise the impact as well as ensure a full humanitarian response if needed. It says it is being supported by the...

#EyeOnMelissa: Jamaica’s storm preparations should be rushed to completion — NHC

KINGSTON, Jamaica — The United States’ National Hurricane Center (NHC) in its 11:00 am bulletin on Friday urged Jamaicans to rush their preparations to protect life and property to completion, citing the potential of strong winds and flooding...

#EyeOnMelissa: Flow pauses disconnections as Jamaica braces for Melissa

KINGSTON, Jamaica — Telecommunications provider Flow has announced that it will pause all service disconnections and offer extra mobile data to its prepaid customers as Jamaica prepares for the arrival of Tropical Storm Melissa. “In times like...

#EyeOnMelissa: Jamaica to be declared disaster area shortly

Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness speaks during a press briefing on Tropical Storm Melissa on Friday October 24, 2025 KINGSTON, Jamaica — Prime Minister, Dr Andrew Holness, says Jamaica is to be declared a disaster area shortly, as the country...

Three Jamaicans to be conferred with UTech honorary degrees

American actress Sheryl Lee Ralph, Chief Executive Officer of the National Works Agency (NWA) Everton Hunter and gospel artiste Dr Carlene Davis-Cowan KINGSTON, Jamaica — The University of Technology (UTech) is set to confer honorary degrees to...

Jamaica Election Workers still await payment two months after polls; Commission responds

Jamaica: The Electoral Commission of Jamaica (ECJ) has released a statement on their social media acknowledging concerns raised by Election Day workers about delayed payments, assuring that the process is still underway. In the statement issued...