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190 MPH: Hurricane Melissa Now Tied for Strongest Atlantic Hurricane on Record
Hurricane Melissa caused at least 95 deaths and $8.8 billion in damage, tying Atlantic wind speed records with 190 mph sustained winds, according to the National Hurricane Center.
- In its post‑season review, the hurricane center said Hurricane Melissa's peak winds reached 190 mph on Oct. 28, tying Hurricane Allen for the Atlantic record.
- Scientists said Melissa's rapid intensification stemmed from passage over exceptionally warm Caribbean waters and surprised even experienced scientists studying tropical cyclones.
- Instrument and pressure readings confirm a NOAA dropsonde gust of 252 mph, 185 mph sustained landfall winds, up to 35 inches of rain, and a 7 to 11 foot storm surge in Jamaica.
- Across the Caribbean, officials counted at least 95 deaths including 45 in Jamaica, where damage totaled $8.8 billion, 1.25 million animals died, about 45% of coffee crops were lost, and relief workers Alexander and Serena Wurm died.
- With less than 100 days until June 1, 2026, the NHC is finishing reviews of 2025 and praised forecasters, modelers, and scientists for improved rapid intensification predictions.
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