Hurricane Melissa Watch: How to Track and Download Updates with Zoom Earth


 

Hurricane Melissa Watch: How to Track and Download Updates with Zoom Earth

As Hurricane Melissa barrels through the Caribbean, Jamaicans and our neighbors need fast, reliable tools to stay safe. Zoom Earth is one of the best free platforms for tracking storms in real time—and yes, you can download a live watch to share or print for offline use.

🌍 What Is Zoom Earth?

Zoom Earth is a live satellite and radar map that shows:

  • Real-time hurricane tracking with wind speed, pressure, and movement

  • Forecast models from trusted sources like NOAA and NHC

  • Rainfall, cloud cover, and lightning overlays

  • Downloadable snapshots of the storm’s current position


πŸ•’ How to Track Hurricane Melissa

  1. Visit  This link takes you directly to Hurricane Melissa’s live tracker.

  2. Zoom in on Jamaica Focus on Saint Andrew, Saint Thomas, and southern parishes expected to face:

    • Winds up to 160 mph

    • Flash floods and landslides

    • Storm surge of 5–10 feet

  3. Click the “Download” icon Save a snapshot of the storm’s current position and forecast. You can:

    • Share it via WhatsApp or email

    • Print it for offline reference

    • Use it in community alerts or emergency briefings

πŸ“± Why Download a Watch?

Downloading a watch gives you a visual update of Hurricane Melissa—even if the power or internet goes out. It’s perfect for:

  • Emergency kits

  • Offline safety briefings

  • Sharing with family and neighbors

✅ Final Tips for Jamaicans

  • Finish all hurricane prep today (October 25)

  • Avoid low-lying and coastal areas

  • Keep your phone charged and download key visuals from Zoom Earth

  • Follow ODPEM and local weather alerts

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