Hurricane Melissa has wreaked havoc across the Caribbean, causing widespread devastation and claiming the lives of at least 49 people. The Category 5 storm, the strongest to hit Jamaica, has left a trail of destruction in its path, impacting countries such as Jamaica, Haiti, Cuba, and the Bahamas.
According to reports from the UN aid coordination office (UNOCHA), Hurricane Melissa has displaced thousands of people across the region, with severe effects felt in Jamaica, Cuba, the Bahamas, Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and parts of Central America. The storm has caused significant damage to infrastructure, homes, and livelihoods, leaving many communities in urgent need of assistance.
In Jamaica, the death toll has risen to 19, with authorities continuing search and rescue operations to locate missing individuals. Haiti has also been severely affected by flash floods and landslides, resulting in at least 30 confirmed deaths. Cuba and other countries in the region are assessing the damage caused by the hurricane and beginning recovery efforts.
The rapid intensification of Hurricane Melissa, fueled by warm waters linked to climate change, has raised concerns about the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events in the region. International aid is now flowing into the affected nations to support relief and recovery efforts, but challenges remain in reaching remote and inaccessible areas.
Ultra-high-net-worth families are also grappling with the impact of the hurricane, as they focus on legacy planning to create sustainable impact for future generations. The emphasis among these families is shifting from wealth preservation towards strategic repositioning of family-office locations, governance structures, succession planning, and decision-making processes.
As Hurricane Melissa continues to move towards Bermuda, the Caribbean region is bracing for further impacts, highlighting the urgent need for coordinated response and support. The devastation caused by the storm underscores the importance of preparedness, resilience, and global cooperation in addressing the growing challenges of climate change and natural disasters.
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1. https://www.globalissues.org/news/2025/10/30/41465
2. https://www.france24.com/en/americas/20251031-dead-hurricane-melissa
3. https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2025/oct/31/weather-tracker-hurricane-melissa-caribbean-jamaica-haiti-cuba
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