Hurricane Beryl: Intensity Forecast and Potential Impact
Category 4 Hurricane Continues Its Path Towards Jamaica
According to meteorological forecasts, Hurricane Beryl is expected to intensify and regain hurricane strength before making landfall on the western Gulf coast. Following this, the hurricane is predicted to weaken.
Beryl's Current Strength and Movement
As of 2 pm, Hurricane Beryl has sustained wind speeds of 140 mph, down slightly from its 145 mph wind speeds reported earlier today. The storm is currently a Category 4 hurricane.
According to CNN Meteorologist Gene Norman, the center of Hurricane Beryl is located 160 miles southeast of Grand Cayman, with maximum sustained winds of 140 mph.
Impact on Caribbean Islands
Hurricane Beryl has already devastated several Caribbean islands this week. The storm brought heavy rainfall, strong winds, and flooding to these areas.
Expected Path and Impact on Jamaica
The latest update on Hurricane Beryl's path, published at 5:33 pm on July 3, indicates that the hurricane is expected to hit Jamaica in the coming hours.
Jamaica is currently under a hurricane warning, and residents are urged to take necessary precautions to prepare for the storm.
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