Current Status: As of the latest forecast from the National Hurricane Center (NHC), Hurricane Beryl has been downgraded to Category 4 intensity. It is currently moving at 17 mph in WNW direction, with sustained winds of up to 145 mph.
Although Hurricane Beryl has weakened slightly, it is still going to hit Jamaica with a lot destructive power and all public warnings are still in place. However once it passes Jamaica, its strength is likely to dissipate as it moves closer to Mexico.
Latest update and information on Hurricane Beryl
Hurricane Beryl has emerged as one of the most formidable storms of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season. As the second named storm and first hurricane of the season, Beryl has made headlines due to its early formation and unprecedented strength for a June hurricane. Reaching Category 4 status with sustained winds of 140 mph, Beryl has set a historic benchmark as the strongest June hurricane on record. This powerful storm has taken a significant toll on the Caribbean, causing widespread concern and prompting urgent preparations across its projected path.
