Hurricane Beryl Approaches Jamaica, Threatening Haiti and Dominican Republic with Heavy Rains and Flooding

Hurricane Beryl Strengthens to Category 4, Threatens Haiti, Dominican Republic, and Jamaica

Kingston, Jamaica - Hurricane Beryl, a dangerous Category 4 storm, is churning towards Jamaica, posing a serious threat to the island nation and its neighbors in the Caribbean. The hurricane is expected to pass near or over Jamaica on Thursday, bringing torrential rains and damaging winds.

Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves Reports Severe Damage on Union Island

Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves of St. Vincent and the Grenadines has reported severe damage on Union Island, a small island in the nation's Grenadines chain. Homes and infrastructure have been severely damaged, and the island's water system has been disrupted.

Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell Highlights Destruction on Carriacou and Petite Martinique

Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell of Grenada has also reported significant damage on the islands of Carriacou and Petite Martinique. Several homes have been destroyed, and there are power outages and communication disruptions.

Scientist Christopher Rozoff Attributes Beryl's Rapid Intensification to High North Atlantic Temperatures

Christopher Rozoff, a hurricane scientist at the National Hurricane Center, has attributed Beryl's rapid intensification to unusually high North Atlantic temperatures. These warm waters have provided fuel for the storm, allowing it to grow stronger more quickly.

Hurricane Beryl's Potential Impact on Jamaica

The Jamaican government has issued a hurricane warning for the entire island. Residents are being urged to prepare for heavy rains, flooding, and damaging winds. The storm is expected to bring storm surges of up to 6 feet, which could pose a serious threat to coastal areas.

Threat to Haiti and Dominican Republic

Hurricane Beryl is also forecast to pass close to Hispaniola, which is home to Haiti and the Dominican Republic. Heavy rains and flooding could exacerbate the already dire humanitarian crisis in Haiti, where hundreds of thousands of people are still displaced from last year's devastating earthquake.

Cayman Islands Also Under Threat

The Cayman Islands, located to the northwest of Jamaica, are also under a hurricane warning. The storm is expected to bring heavy rains and gusty winds to the islands.

Preparation and Evacuations

Residents in threatened areas are being advised to secure their homes, gather essential supplies, and stay informed about the latest weather forecasts. Evacuations may be ordered if the storm's track or intensity changes.

Monitoring the Situation

The National Hurricane Center and other weather agencies are closely monitoring the progress of Hurricane Beryl and providing regular updates. Residents in threatened areas are urged to stay informed and follow the instructions of local authorities.

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💨🚨 Hurricane Beryl poses a threat! 🚨💨

Category 4 storm brings severe damage to Caribbean islands:

📍 Jamaica
📍 Hispaniola
📍 Haiti's Port-au-Prince
📍 Cayman Islands

Stay safe and monitor official updates! #HurricaneBeryl #CaribbeanStrong
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