Tropical Storm Melissa is forecast to become a Category 4 hurricane, bringing flooding rain and high winds to Jamaica, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic.
Millions of people in the region are preparing for the storm, with Jamaica's government issuing a hurricane watch and a tropical storm warning.
This could be a catastrophic situation for the Caribbean - FOX Weather Hurricane Specialist Bryan Norcross
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) warns of possible life-threatening flash flooding on the island nation due to heavy rain expected from Melissa.
Author's summary: Tropical Storm Melissa to intensify into Category 4 hurricane.