Hurricane Melissa latest: ‘Extremely dangerous’ storm strengthens towards Cuba after devastating Jamaica
The storm made landfall in the southwestern part of Jamaica with destructive winds and heavy rain

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The storm made landfall in the southwestern part of Jamaica with destructive winds and heavy rain

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UK regional airline Eastern Airways has “suspended operations”, with passengers who had booked with the airline being told not to travel to airports.

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Plane Talk: As a former BBC editor is denied boarding due to his lack of a medical note, the health requirements for flying appear to be under scrutiny

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The storm made landfall in the southwestern part of Jamaica with destructive winds and heavy rain

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With no aircraft, no ticket sales and all flights cancelled, it seems unlikely the airline can be rescued

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All flights cancelled as airline files ‘notice of intention to appoint an administrator’

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At least four people have already been killed as the storm batters the Caribbean with heavy winds and torrential rainfall

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Holidaymakers stranded in Jamaica as airlines warn passengers not to travel to airports

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