Hurricane Beryl broke the record as the first Category 4 storm in the Atlantic Ocean in June, bringing heavy rain and dangerous winds to the Caribbean. No deaths have been reported so far. Climate change is contributing to the rapid intensification of hurricanes like Beryl.
Key Points
Hurricane Beryl is the first Category 4 storm in the Atlantic in June
Climate change is contributing to more intense hurricanes
No deaths reported from Hurricane Beryl
Pros
Increased awareness of the impact of climate change on hurricanes
Cons
Potential for more destructive hurricanes due to rapid intensification and increased moisture in the atmosphere