Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica: Personal Experiences and ChallengesCEFR B1
28 Oct 2025
Adapted from Janine Mendes-Franco, Global Voices • CC BY 3.0
Photo by Conrad Guthrie, Unsplash
AI-assisted adaptation of the original article, simplified for language learners.
Hurricane Melissa has become a significant threat to Jamaica, causing concern among residents. Emma and Candice, two friends, are using WhatsApp to communicate about the storm's impact. They share information and their fears as the hurricane approaches. With heavy rains and strong winds expected, residents have been advised to prepare for possible evacuations.
The government is actively informing the public about safety measures. Teams from other countries are assisting Jamaica's electricity company to restore power after storms. The situation has become daunting, especially given the experiences from last year with Hurricane Beryl.
As the storm arrives, people reflect on previous storms and how they have impacted their lives. Authorities have reported injuries and the need for shelters, increasing worries about safety. The community support via messaging apps demonstrates the resilience and unity among Jamaicans during these challenging times.
Difficult words
- hurricane — A strong storm with high winds and rain.
- impact — The strong effect something has.
- evacuate — To leave a place for safety.evacuations
- communicate — To share or exchange information.
- concern — A feeling of worry or interest.
- resilience — Ability to recover from difficulties.
- shelter — A safe place for protection.shelters
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Discussion questions
- How do you think storms affect community relationships?
- What safety measures do you think are important during a hurricane?
- Why is it beneficial to use messaging apps during emergencies?
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