Melissa is forecast to make landfall on the island of Jamaica on Tuesday. The storm is expected to bring up to 30 inches of rain, posing a significant risk of flooding.
In addition to heavy rainfall, Melissa will bring a life-threatening storm surge to the area. Residents are urged to take all necessary precautions.
For reference, Category 5 is the highest rating on the Saffir-Simpson scale, indicating an extremely powerful hurricane with catastrophic potential.
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