Hurricane Beryl Strengthens into Category 4 Heading Towards Caribbean
Hurricane Beryl strengthened into a Category 4 storm earlier than expected, with sustained winds of 130 mph. It is heading towards the Caribbean, expected to hit the Windward Islands. Other areas are under hurricane and tropical storm alerts. Life-threatening storm surge and heavy rainfall are expected. Another tropical system is also being monitored in the Atlantic.
Key Points
- Hurricane Beryl strengthened into a Category 4 storm with sustained winds of 130 mph
- The storm is heading towards the Caribbean and is expected to hit the Windward Islands
- Areas under hurricane and tropical storm alerts should closely monitor the progress of Beryl
- Life-threatening storm surge and heavy rainfall are expected in certain areas