Hurricane Beryl has grown into a monstrous Category 4 storm, churning its way towards the southeast Caribbean Islands. This marks the earliest formation of a Category 4 hurricane on record in the Atlantic Ocean, surpassing the previous record set by Hurricane Dennis in 2005.
Forecasters warn that Beryl is "extremely dangerous" with sustained winds exceeding 130 mph (215 km/h). The storm is expected to bring life-threatening storm surge, heavy rainfall, and destructive winds to the islands.
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Islands including Barbados, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Grenada, and Tobago are currently under hurricane warnings. Residents have been urged to evacuate low-lying areas and prepare for potential power outages and flooding.
Emergency crews are on high alert across the region, stockpiling supplies and preparing for rescue operations.
Here's a summary of the situation:
- Category 4 Hurricane: Beryl is packing sustained winds exceeding 130 mph.
- Record-Breaking Storm: Beryl is the earliest Category 4 hurricane ever recorded in the Atlantic.
- Threat to Caribbean Islands: Hurricane warnings are in effect for Barbados, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Grenada, and Tobago.
- Life-Threatening Conditions: Residents are urged to prepare for storm surge, heavy rainfall, and destructive winds.
Stay tuned for further updates on the track and intensity of Hurricane Beryl.
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