Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Natalie Wilson

Is it safe to travel to Jamaica during Hurricane Melissa – and what should I do if I’m trapped on holiday there?

A major category 5 hurricane in the northern Caribbean has raised serious concerns about the safety of travel to Jamaica.

Hurricane Melissa, a category 5 storm with sustained winds of 175mph, is expected to make landfall in Jamaica on Tuesday morning.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.