Melissa’s Jamaica landfall could result in industry losses of over $5bn: BMS
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Melissa’s Jamaica landfall could result in industry losses of over $5bn: BMS

Economic losses from the Cat 5 storm could run to 30%-250% of the country’s GDP.

By Kyoung-son Song
October 28, 2025
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