Forecasts warn of winds reaching 120 mph, rainfall up to 25 inches, and storm surges as high as 12 feet. Officials fear serious damage to homes, agriculture, and infrastructure, especially in low-lying regions.
Haiti and the Dominican Republic have already been hit by severe flooding and landslides from the storm’s outer bands. Weak infrastructure and urban flooding are complicating emergency response and recovery efforts.
Authorities urge residents to follow evacuation orders and rely on official updates. Even after the storm passes, lingering hazards such as flooding, contaminated water, and downed power lines are expected to pose ongoing risks.
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