Hurricane Beryl, a Category 4 storm, entered the southeastern Caribbean, causing life-threatening winds and storm surge in the Windward Islands. Grenada, Barbados, and other islands were under hurricane warnings. The storm caused extensive damage in Grenada but no casualties were reported. Beryl is the first Category 4 hurricane in June and the earliest on record in the Atlantic. The storm is moving westward and is expected to continue impacting the region for several days. Some areas experienced power outages and flooding. The hurricane is forecasted to weaken to a tropical storm as it moves into the Gulf of Mexico. The escalating situation forced Barbados to open emergency shelters and close businesses. Overall, the storm has brought significant disruptions to the region, with residents being urged to stay in shelters and avoid venturing outside during the storm’s passage.
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