Hurricane Melissa is now a rare Category 5 storm
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Slow-moving Tropical Storm Melissa threatens heavy rain, strong winds, and flooding across Jamaica over the weekend.
Hurricane Melissa, which is stronger than Hurricane Katrina, is set to bring catastrophic winds, flash flooding and high storm surges to the island of Jamaica.
Heavy rain and gusty winds are expected in New York and New Jersey this week as a storm system approaches the tri-state area, according to the National Weather Service. Forecasters warn there is a risk of flash flooding.