Florida Faces Increasing Hurricane Threats Amid Climate Change

Summary:
Tropical Storm Beryl has rapidly intensified into a hurricane as of Saturday, June 29, and is predicted to become a major hurricane with winds of at least 115 mph. The National Hurricane Center has issued a hurricane watch for Barbados and much of the Windwards, with the storm expected to pass south of Jamaica by late Wednesday or early Thursday. Contrary to earlier forecasts of a quiet week, Beryl’s development highlights the unpredictability of hurricane activity. For the latest updates on Beryl’s path during the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, readers are encouraged to use the provided hurricane tracker. Additional resources on storm preparation and evacuation are also available.