Where is Hurricane Beryl Headed?
Hurricane Beryl, the first hurricane of the season in the Atlantic, has formed off the coast of West Africa and is expected to make landfall in the Caribbean in the coming days. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has issued a Tropical Storm Warning for several islands in the Lesser Antilles, and residents are urged to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
According to the latest forecast from the NHC, Hurricane Beryl is currently located approximately 740 miles (1,190 km) east-southeast of Barbados, with maximum sustained winds of 65 mph (104 km/h). The storm is moving west at a speed of 17 mph (27 km/h) and is expected to continue in the same direction for the next few days.
Potential Impact
Hurricane Beryl is expected to bring heavy rain, strong winds, and rough seas to the islands in its path. The NHC has issued a Hurricane Watch for Barbados, St. Lucia, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines, as well as a Tropical Storm Watch for Grenada and Trinidad and Tobago.
Residents in these areas should prepare for possible flooding, power outages, and property damage. The NHC is warning of sustained winds of 50-65 mph (80-104 km/h) and isolated gusts up to 80 mph (129 km/h).
Projected Path
According to the latest forecast models, Hurricane Beryl is expected to make landfall in the Lesser Antilles within the next 72 hours. The NHC is predicting that the storm will strengthen into a hurricane by Saturday, and could reach Category 2 strength by Sunday.
After making landfall, Hurricane Beryl is expected to move west-northwest through the Caribbean, potentially affecting the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Jamaica. However, the National Hurricane Center notes that the accuracy of the forecast is still limited due to the storm’s rapid organization.
Preparations
Residents in the affected areas are urged to take immediate action to prepare for the storm’s arrival. This includes:
- Stocking up on food, water, and supplies
- Boarding up windows and securing outdoor furniture
- Evacuating to higher ground if instructed to do so by local authorities
- Monitoring local news and weather reports for updates on the storm’s track and intensity
The U.S. National Weather Service and the National Hurricane Center will continue to monitor Hurricane Beryl’s progress and provide updates on its track, intensity, and potential impact.
Stay safe and informed.
