Hurricane Beryl strengthens into an extremely dangerous Category 4 storm approaching the southeast Caribbean, prompting urgent shelter pleas from officials. The storm is expected to make landfall in the Windward Islands, bringing life-threatening winds and storm surge.
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Hurricane Beryl strengthens into a Category 4 storm with maximum sustained winds of 130 mph.
The storm is forecast to bring life-threatening winds and storm surge to the Windward Islands.
Beryl is a historic hurricane for forming in the tropical Atlantic in June, marking an unusual and serious threat.
Government officials urge people to take shelter and prepare for the impact of the storm.