Tropical Storm Melissa on Saturday intensified into a hurricane, the National Hurricane Center said.

According to the NHC, Melissa is expected to intensify into a major hurricane by the end of the weekend, and life-threatening and catastrophic flash flooding and landslides are expected in portions of Southern Hispaniola and Jamaica into early next week.

NHC Director Jamie Rhome on Saturday warned about the impact Hurricane Melissa can have and said, "Really, a very, very concerning situation unfolding here in Jamaica."

Rhome also said, "So if you've got friends and family, if you got someone down there on vacation, it's imperative that you get in touch with them, make sure that they are aware and tracking this situation and taking necessary precautions."

Before becoming a hurricane, on

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