Latest Update on Hurricane Beryl
Hurricane Beryl has rapidly intensified and is now a Category 1 hurricane in the central Atlantic Ocean. Here are the latest details:
Current Status
- Location: As of the latest advisory, Beryl is located about 720 miles east-southeast of Barbados1.
- Wind Speeds: The hurricane has maximum sustained winds of 75 mph and is moving westward at 22 mph1.
Forecast and Path
- Strengthening: Beryl is expected to continue strengthening and could become a Category 3 hurricane by the time it reaches the Windward Islands21.
- Path: The hurricane is projected to move across the Windward Islands late Sunday night and Monday1. Hurricane warnings have been issued for Barbados, and hurricane watches are in effect for Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, and Grenada1.
Potential Impact
- Storm Surge: Life-threatening storm surges could raise water levels by 5 to 7 feet above normal tide levels in the hurricane watch areas1.
- Rainfall: The region could see 3 to 6 inches of rainfall, potentially causing flooding1.
- Wind Damage: Devastating wind damage is expected where the eyewall of Beryl moves through portions of the Windward Islands1.
The National Hurricane Center is closely monitoring Beryl and will provide updates as the storm progresses. Residents in the affected areas are advised to stay informed and prepare for possible hurricane conditions.
If you have any specific questions about Hurricane Beryl or need further information, feel free to ask!