Tropical Cyclone Melissa is exhibiting signs of potentially extreme strengthening, with the latest model runs indicating its central pressure could drop significantly below 900 millibars. This development occurred throughout the morning of October 23rd, 2025, as confirmed by meteorological analysis shared by Backpirch Crew. The environmental conditions surrounding the storm are described as "ideal for extreme cyclonic strengthening," according to the analysis. While these are model projections and not guarantees, the intensity indicated by the HAFS-A and B models is notable. Meteorologists are closely monitoring Tropical Cyclone Melissa due to the projected intensity. Further updates are expected as the storm's development progresses.
