RT Lauren Dreyer (@LaurenDreyer)The @Starlink team is in close contact with emergency preparedness officials and rapid response teams in Jamaica, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic, among many other countries across the Caribbean that may be impacted by Hurricane Melissa. ...

Flood Preparedness & Safety - Pre-planning and early evacuation are crucial in flood situations [1] - Prioritize personal safety over possessions [1][2][6] - Seek the highest possible point in a building, avoiding attic entrapment [2] - Roof access is critical for visibility to rescuers; wear bright clothing if possible [3] - Use tools to break windows to prevent injuries during escape [4] - If trapped in a car, roll down windows to allow water to fill the car [5] - Get on the car roof and stay low to avoid being swept away [5] Flood Response & Prevention - Never assume a car can safely navigate floodwaters [5] - Turn around and head away from the flood [6] - Heed warnings, even repeated ones, as they may indicate a real threat [6]