Record-breaking winds of 165 mph recorded as Hurricane Beryl heads towards Jamaica

Hurricane Beryl is a record-setting, powerful storm that has caused at least six deaths in the Caribbean as it moves towards Jamaica as a major Category 4 hurricane with life-threatening winds and storm surge. The storm has recorded wind speeds of almost 165 mph, making it the strongest July hurricane ever recorded. Beryl is currently located south of Hispaniola, moving at 22 mph towards Jamaica and is expected to pass near the Cayman Islands and the Yucatán Peninsula before weakening. Prime Minister Andrew Holness of Jamaica has upgraded the advisory to a hurricane warning, urging people to seek higher ground and be prepared for adverse weather conditions. The storm surge in Jamaica could reach up to 8 feet above normal tide levels, with heavy rain causing possible flooding. Beryl is the first category 4 hurricane of the Atlantic season and is the strongest hurricane to pass through the Windward Islands, leaving significant damage in its wake. The storm could also impact the continental U.S., with minor coastal flooding possible in southeast Texas or southwest Louisiana. Overall, the Caribbean and surrounding areas are preparing for the impact and damage caused by Hurricane Beryl as it continues on its path towards Jamaica.

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