Beryl, now a Category 1 hurricane, has weakened as it moves over land, away from the warm ocean waters that sustain its strength. Despite the decrease in intensity, Beryl continues to pose a threat with strong winds, heavy rainfall, and dangerous storm surge.
According to the National Hurricane Center, Beryl currently has sustained winds of 85 mph and is moving west-northwest at a speed of 16 mph. The hurricane is positioned about 100 miles east-southeast of Progreso, Mexico. Its hurricane-force winds extend up to 25 miles from the center, while tropical storm-force winds reach out to 105 miles.
As Beryl traverses over land, its power is expected to diminish. However, the storm is forecasted to reemerge over the Gulf of Mexico later today, likely as a tropical storm. Once back over water, Beryl is anticipated to regain strength over the weekend and could potentially intensify back into a hurricane before targeting South Texas.
