Hurricane Beryl Strengthens into Category 5 Storm in the Caribbean

Hurricane Beryl strengthens into a potentially catastrophic Category 5 storm, putting Jamaica near its path, as it moves across the eastern Caribbean. Experts attribute the rapid formation to climate change and record high temperatures in the North Atlantic.

Climate Change

Forecasters predict a hotter summer in the U.S. and 2024 to be one of the top five hottest years on record. Warm Atlantic waters may fuel more hurricanes.

2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season Outlook

CSU hurricane researchers predict an extremely active 2024 Atlantic hurricane season due to an impending La Niña, with 23 named storms, 11 hurricanes, and 5 major hurricanes. Warm Atlantic waters and transitioning El Niño contribute to the forecast.