As of 11 p.m. ET, Hurricane Beryl is intensifying and currently located 160 miles southeast of Grand Cayman. The National Hurricane Center reports that the storm has maximum sustained winds of 130 mph.
The hurricane-force winds of Beryl extend outward up to 45 miles from its center, while tropical-storm-force winds reach up to 185 miles.
Although some weakening is expected in the next day or two, Beryl is anticipated to maintain major hurricane intensity as it approaches the Cayman Islands on Thursday.
The National Hurricane Center forecasts that Beryl will weaken further after passing the Cayman Islands but is likely to remain a hurricane until it reaches the Yucatan Peninsula on Friday.
Mexico has taken precautionary measures in response to the approaching storm. A Hurricane Warning has been issued for Cozumel, and the Tropical Storm Watch has been upgraded to a Tropical Storm Warning from Progreso to Campeche.
Residents in the affected areas are advised to stay informed about the latest updates and follow any evacuation orders or safety guidelines issued by local authorities.
It is crucial for individuals in the potential path of Hurricane Beryl to prepare for the storm by securing their homes, stocking up on essential supplies, and having an emergency plan in place.
