Hurricane Beryl Batters Jamaica
Devastating Winds and Flooding Rainfall Pummel Island
Kingston, Jamaica (July 3, 2024) - Hurricane Beryl has unleashed its fury upon Jamaica, leaving behind a trail of destruction and forcing the government to declare the entire island a disaster area. As the storm continues to batter the island, devastating hurricane force winds reaching up to 155mph (249kmh) are expected in the next few hours.
12 Hours of Torrential Rain
For the past 12 hours, Jamaica has endured relentless rain, causing widespread flooding and power outages. The Jamaican energy provider JPS reported that over 400,000 customers are currently without electricity. Prime Minister Andrew Holness imposed an islandwide curfew from 6 am Wednesday in an effort to prevent further damage and loss of life.
Hurricane Beryl's Devastating Impact
Hurricane Beryl, now classified as a potentially catastrophic Category 5 storm, has left a path of destruction in its wake. In Jamaica, the hurricane has caused extensive damage to infrastructure, homes, and businesses. The full extent of the damage is still being assessed, but reports indicate that it could be significant.
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