Hurricane Sandy sweeps over Jamaica

Hurricane Sandy swept over Jamaica on Wednesday, bringing heavy rains and rising winds. The hurricane also tore down power lines and trees.

Sandy strengthened into a strong category two hurricane as it reached south-east Cuba, where it caused landfall west of Santiago de Cuba. At least 55,000 people have been evacuated, according to Cuban officials.

A hurricane watch is in place in the Bahamas, and Florida has been placed on tropical storm watch. 

(NewsPoint)