LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — When Hurricane Melissa made landfall in Jamaica Tuesday, strong winds and severe flooding caused widespread devastation.

It's also left many family and friends of those who remained on the island concerned about how they weathered the storm.

"Yesterday was the last time I heard from anybody back home," said Oneil Smith , the Jamaican-born owner of House of Dutch Pot in Spring Valley. "It's been rough."

WATCH | We first introduced you to Smith earlier this week as Melissa was approaching Jamaica and the worry he felt ahead of the storm. Vegas restaurant owner worries for family as Hurricane Melissa nears Jamaica

"My mom is still there, my little brother is there. It's been very anxious, a lot of anxiety with just not knowing," said Kwesi Stephenson, a Las Vegas

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