Curtis Kitchen from Olathe, Kansas, found himself in the midst of Hurricane Beryl while vacationing in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Despite the initial calm weather, the situation quickly escalated, leaving Kitchen and his family to face the wrath of the storm.
According to Kitchen, the family had been monitoring the forecast and initially believed they would avoid the worst of the hurricane. However, as the day progressed, the conditions deteriorated rapidly, with heavy rains and high winds wreaking havoc on the lively vacation spot.
Video updates shared by Kitchen showed the progression of the storm, starting with trees gently swaying in the wind under grey skies. As the day went on, the winds intensified, powerfully swaying trees and soaking the resort where they were staying, the Hilton Rose Hall Resort.
Despite the challenging circumstances, Kitchen praised the resort for their communication with guests and their preparations for the hurricane. The family's decision to continue with their vacation plans ultimately led them to experience the full force of Hurricane Beryl.
As Hurricane Beryl continues to impact the region, Kitchen's experience serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of tropical storms and the importance of staying informed and prepared in such situations.
