Hurricane Beryl Likely to Bring Flooding Rainfall, Mudslides to Parts of US This Week

The latest forecast monitors Hurricane Beryl's development over the Caribbean and its impacts on parts of the U.S. According to a weather report, the hurricane can bring weather risks this week.

Weather agencies are on alert for the developments of Hurricane Beryl. In the recent Nature World News (NWN) reports and the National Hurricane Center, this hurricane can unleash the following weather concerns:

• Devastating hurricane-force winds
• Life-threatening storm surge
• Damaging winds

On Wednesday or Wednesday night, the hurricane is expected to affect portions of the following areas:

• Jamaica
• the Cayman Islands

Residents in the affected areas should keep updated with the latest weather information this week, particulary in midweek. Due to a storm surge potential, there is a possibility of flooding concerns this week, particularly for people in the following areas:

• low-lying communities
• flood-prone areas
• homes near rivers or coasts

Hurricane Beryl and Its Impacts: Where Will Stormy Conditions Hit?

As astronomical summer begins, it is also expected that more tropical developments and hurricanes can form. In a weather report, Beryl strengthened and became a Category 4 hurricane with 150 mph maximum winds. 

The storm, moving west-northwestward, will bring life-threatening weather risks to portions of the central and northwestern Caribbean. Additionally, the National Hurricane Center's latest key message on July 2 warns of life-threatening heavy rains and flash floods in parts of southern Hispaniola and Jamaica through late Wednesday.

On Thursday, the forecast explained that Beryl will still remain a hurricane as it approaches portions of Belize and the Yucatan Peninsula. Residents should keep updated with tropical storm watches and warnings.

Meanwhile, parts of the U.S. are expected to feel the impacts of this hurricane, particularly near the western Gulf of Mexico. Over the Texas coast, there is a chance that residents could experience rounds of rain. Flooding is likely, especially for low-lying areas or communities.

In addition, parts of Florida and New Orleans will not experience severe impacts from the hurricane. However, the forecast emphasizes that portions of Corpus Christi to Brownsville in Texas could face significant weather risks.

Meanwhile, travelers in southern Texas can anticipate gusty winds, storm surges, and a rainy outlook.

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Weather Preparedness in the US: How Can People Stay Safe from Hurricanes and Severe Thunderstorms

The latest weather advisories raised concerns about the development of Hurricane Beryl, and the likelihood to affect parts of the U.S. this week. Considering the weather concerns, homeowners should keep updated with the latest advisories and tropical storm watches or warnings.

In addition, people should keep away from flooded areas, and flood-prone communities. When rains become unabated, it is advisable to evacuate to secure areas.

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