Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:42pm on 02 Jul 2024,Tuesday Weather & Environment
Hurricane Beryl, now a Category 5 storm, targets Jamaica after causing destruction across Caribbean islands. At least one fatality reported. The storm's early and rapid intensification breaks records amid concerns over warming oceans. Significant damage in Grenada, St. Vincent, and the Grenadines with widespread power outages and structural devastation. Jamaica braces for life-threatening winds, storm surge, and heavy rain. Emergency measures include evacuations and warnings for neighboring islands. Beryl's impact expected to persist with potential for severe flooding and coastal damage. Meteorologists warn of ongoing risks as the hurricane season unfolds.
