PBS News Hour - Full Show October 28, 2025 – PBS News Hour full episode
Oct 28, 2025
Antony Anderson, Jamaica's ambassador to the U.S. and former major general, shares insights about Hurricane Melissa, detailing the storm's historic impact and Jamaica's emergency response. Sharon Parrott, president of the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, discusses the threats posed by the government shutdown to SNAP benefits, revealing how 42 million people could be affected. Joe Posnanski, renowned sports writer, analyzes an epic World Series game, highlighting Shohei Ohtani's remarkable performance and its implications for the Dodgers and Blue Jays.
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Historic Category 5 Strikes Jamaica
- Hurricane Melissa made landfall in western Jamaica as a Category 5 with 185 mph winds and unprecedented size for the island.
- Officials warned of extreme rainfall, 13-foot storm surge, and infrastructure damage that will prolong rescue and recovery efforts.
Evacuate Flood-Prone Areas And Preposition Supplies
- Officials urged residents in low-lying and flood-prone areas to move to higher ground and use shelters where available.
- Relief groups prepositioned supplies and teams to assist once roads and airports reopen for access.
Ambassador Describes Jamaicans Riding Out The Eye
- Antony Anderson described Jamaicans hunkering down as the eye remained over the western island while rescue teams conducted limited operations.
- He said concrete structures may fare better but anything nonconcrete is likely to be significantly damaged.
