The United States Department of State has issued an updated travel warning for Jamaica due to natural disaster, crime and health concerns.

The Caribbean island nation’s travel warning is now a level three warning, requesting people “reconsider travel” to the country.

The State Department cites damage from Hurricane Melissa as the main factor for the updated travel advisory.

Hurricane Melissa, classified at category five, made landfall in Jamaica on Oct. 27, causing widespread damage across the nation, according to the State Department.

Because of the damage, the U.S. embassy in Kingston has reduced staffing and will temporarily be limiting routine services for U.S. citizens.

The State Department also updated the travel advisory due to crime risks. Armed robberies and sexual assaul

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