Hurricane Beryl’s Path and Impact

Summary:
Hurricane Beryl has become the strongest Atlantic storm ever recorded in July, reaching Category 5 status. After making landfall on Grenada’s Carriacou Island, it weakened to a high-end Category 4 but is expected to remain a major hurricane as it impacts Jamaica and Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula. The storm caused significant destruction in Grenada, with at least three fatalities reported. St. Vincent and the Grenadines also experienced severe damage, with extensive devastation on Union Island. Jamaica is preparing for the storm’s impact, with officials urging residents to stock up on supplies and evacuate flood-prone areas. Beryl’s rapid intensification is linked to human-driven climate warming and favorable weather conditions. The remainder of the 2024 hurricane season is predicted to be very active. Beryl’s current trajectory suggests it will affect Jamaica, the Cayman Islands, and potentially Mexico’s Gulf coast or extreme South Texas.