One million people are in danger… international warnings as Hurricane Melissa approaches Jamaica
Warned The United Nations and the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent of an imminent humanitarian threat as Hurricane Melissa from Jamaica, accompanied by winds exceeding 280 kilometers per hour, and rain that could reach 700 mm.
The International Federation of the Red Cross reported that the hurricane would be the strongest and would put a million people at risk, indicating the possibility of roof collapses and floods that would isolate communities for days.
Collapse Infrastructure
The World Meteorological Organization explained that the collapse of the entire infrastructure is possible, with strong waves up to four meters high expected.
The United Nations Office for Humanitarian Affairs said "ocha" An early response mechanism has been activated in Cuba and Haiti, with $4 million allocated from the United Nations Central Emergency Fund to pre-position vital supplies.
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