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Hurricane Beryl Strengthens into ‘Potentially Catastrophic’ Storm

Hurricane Beryl Strengthens into ‘Potentially Catastrophic’ Storm

Hurricane Beryl intensifies to a Category 5 storm and heads towards Jamaica after wreaking havoc in the southeastern Caribbean.

Hurricane Beryl, now a Category 5 storm, is moving towards Jamaica after impacting Carriacou in Grenada. The storm caused power outages, building damages, and flooded streets in the southeastern Caribbean. Beryl made landfall on Carriacou as a Category 4 storm, with sustained winds over 240km per hour. The storm is expected to remain at major hurricane intensity as it crosses the Caribbean region. Carriacou faced the storm's extreme eyewall, resulting in significant damage. Nearby areas such as Grenada and St Vincent and the Grenadines also experienced catastrophic winds and life-threatening storm surges. Grenada's Prime Minister reported one fatality and extensive damage in Carriacou. Streets across the region were littered with debris and widespread destruction. Climate change plays a significant role in the formation and intensity of hurricanes like Beryl. The rapid strengthening of Beryl to a Category 4 storm is attributed to climate change-induced warmer North Atlantic temperatures, providing more energy for intense hurricanes to develop. The early formation of Beryl in the Atlantic hurricane season is considered rare and alarming, with experts linking it to climate change effects. The storm's impact prompts responses from governments and residents in potentially affected regions.
Source: ALJAZEERA
Source: ALJAZEERA

ALJAZEERA MEDIA NETWORK

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