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Flooded roads became raging rivers, carrying away cars and trailers alike, as Ivan passed through.

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It brought down power lines, adding to confusion over the scale of the damage.

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The high winds and heavy rains destroyed homes across the island.

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Abandoned furniture was one sign of the devastation wrought by one of the most powerful hurricanes in the island's history.

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Bits of roof littered the streets of the capital, Kingston.

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Cars were crushed by uprooted trees.

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Some Jamaicans braved the rains.

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Police officers patrolled Kingston to prevent possible looting.

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It could be the worst natural disaster to hit Jamaica for 50 years.