Powerful Tropical Storm Beryl Threatens Cayman Islands, Mexico
Beryl's Eye Expected to Approach Cayman Islands Tonight
Tropical Storm Beryl is expected to intensify into a hurricane as it approaches the Cayman Islands tonight and into Thursday, according to the National Hurricane Center (NHC). The storm's eye is expected to make landfall on Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula later this week.
Live Tracking and Forecast Updates
The NHC is providing live tracking of Beryl's path and forecasts. Satellite images show the storm's tropical-storm-force winds extending over a wide area in the western Gulf of Mexico. Forecasters predict the storm will strengthen into a hurricane by Wednesday night.
Hurricane History and Impacts
Hurricane Beryl was a Category 4 storm that landed on the Texas shore south of Galveston in September 2024, causing significant damage. The storm's remnants brought heavy rainfall and flooding to Jamaica, where it devastated coastal communities.
Current Status and Warnings
As of Sunday evening Central time, Beryl was a tropical storm in the Gulf of Mexico. The NHC has issued tropical storm warnings for the Cayman Islands, portions of the Mexican coast, and the U.S. Gulf Coast. Residents in these areas are advised to take precautions and monitor the storm's progress closely.
Event Page and Latest Updates
NOAA's National Weather Service has created a one-stop event page for Beryl, which provides up-to-date information on the storm's track, intensity, and warnings. The page also includes safety tips and recommendations for residents in affected areas.
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