UK forecasters have predicted that the remnants of Hurricane Melissa will soon impact the country.
The aftermath of Melissa, which has already caused numerous fatalities in the Caribbean, is now moving towards Bermuda. Authorities in Bermuda have urged residents to complete their hurricane preparations and remain indoors as the storm approaches.
In Jamaica, where wind speeds exceeded 187mph, rescue operations are ongoing amidst severe flooding, blocked roads, debris, and widespread power outages. The death toll is expected to rise as the full extent of the damage becomes clear.
Meteorologists have warned that the remnants of Hurricane Melissa could influence weather patterns in Britain and northern Europe as they traverse the Atlantic.
The Met Office’s Deputy Chief Meteorologist, Tom Crabtree, stated that a low-pressure system will bring wet and windy conditions to the northwest of the UK on Sunday. However, this is deemed typical for autumn and not expected to be severe.
According to Crabtree, the low-pressure system, carrying the remnants of ex-Hurricane Melissa, will introduce milder air and rainfall, particularly over western hills. The exact path of the system remains uncertain, but it is likely to bring unsettled weather in the following week.
The UK government has arranged chartered flights to assist British nationals departing Jamaica post-Hurricane Melissa. Commercial flights are recommended as the primary means of evacuation by the Foreign Office.
In light of the devastation caused by the hurricane, the UK government pledged £2.5 million in emergency humanitarian aid to Jamaica. Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper emphasized the importance of ensuring the safe return of British nationals from Jamaica.
Specialist Rapid Deployment Teams are en route to Jamaica to facilitate the chartered flights and provide consular support.
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