MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A Mobile, Alabama, couple on their honeymoon in Jamaica was stranded as Hurricane Melissa approached.

Destinie Orso-Lowrey and Taylor Lowrey tied the knot on Oct. 18 before heading to the island for their honeymoon.

Destinie's sister, Brianna Orso, says the whole family just wants them to make it back home safe.

“My family, we’re just asking for prayers,” said Orso. “I know the storm is big, but my God is even bigger.”

She said the couple had been having an amazing time, sharing photos and updates until things suddenly changed.

“They don't know if they're going to be able to make it home,” Orso explained.

The family started hearing about Hurricane Melissa three days ago. On Monday, they found out the storm was strengthening near the island.

“I think we all just

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