The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is issuing advisories for Tropical Storm Beryl, located in the Atlantic Ocean. Forecasters predict Beryl will strengthen into a hurricane before reaching the Windward Islands.
As of Saturday morning, Beryl is moving west-northwest at 15 mph with maximum sustained winds of 60 mph.
The NHC expects the storm to continue intensifying over the next few days, reaching hurricane strength by Monday.
Read: Florida Monitors Tropical Storm Beryl, No Immediate Threat To Land
Current Situation:
- No coastal watches or warnings are in effect at this time.
- Interests in the Windward Islands should closely monitor the storm's progress.
- Heavy rainfall associated with Beryl is expected to impact portions of Central America and Mexico through early next week.
NHC Recommendations:
- Residents in potentially affected areas should stay informed and have a hurricane preparedness plan in place.
- Monitor NHC advisories for updates on the storm's track and intensity.
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