Beryl Makes Landfall on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, Texas on High Alert Tropical Storm Beryl has made landfall on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, bringing heavy rainfall and wind gusts up to 70 miles per hour (113 kilometers per hour). As Beryl continues to track northwest, Texas authorities are urging coastal residents to prepare for potential impacts. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) issued a tropical storm warning for the Texas coast from Port Mansfield to the mouth of the Rio Grande River. Residents in low-lying areas are advised to evacuate to higher ground, while boaters should seek safe harbor immediately. In Mexico, Beryl has caused widespread flooding and power outages in the Yucatan Peninsula. Authorities have closed schools and government offices, and urged residents to stay indoors until the storm passes. The National Weather Service (NWS) is forecasting that Beryl will emerge over the Bay of Campeche on Tuesday and could regain hurricane strength before making a second landfall on the Texas coast late Wednesday or early Thursday. The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) is coordinating with local authorities to prepare for the storm’s impact. Residents are encouraged to create an emergency plan, gather essential supplies, and secure their homes and yards. TDEM is urging Texans to monitor the storm’s progress and heed the warnings issued by local officials. Coastal residents should be prepared for potential evacuations and power outages. As of Monday evening, Beryl was located approximately 165 miles (270 kilometers) east-southeast of Tuxpan, Mexico, and was moving northwest at 14 mph (22 km/h). Maximum sustained winds were estimated at 70 mph (113 km/h). Authorities emphasize the importance of taking precautions seriously and preparing for the potential impact of Tropical Storm Beryl. Residents should stay informed through official sources, such as the NHC and NWS, and follow the instructions of local officials.Hurricane Beryl Strengthens in Gulf, Targets Texas CoastHurricane Beryl Strengthens in Gulf, Targets Texas Coast After making landfall in Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, Hurricane Beryl has moved into the Gulf of Mexico and is expected to regain hurricane strength before hitting the southern Texas coast late Sunday night or early Monday. In Mexico, Beryl weakened to a tropical storm after causing minimal damage as a Category 2 hurricane. The storm brought down trees but did not result in any injuries or deaths. Texas authorities have issued disaster declarations and encouraged coastal residents to evacuate low-lying areas. Corpus Christi city officials report that 10,000 sandbags were distributed in less than two hours, depleting their supply. Northeastern Mexico and southern Texas recently experienced heavy rainfall from Tropical Storm Alberto. Beryl has already left a trail of destruction across the Caribbean, claiming at least 11 lives. Damage was reported in Jamaica, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, and Barbados. While Mexico largely escaped significant damage, thousands remain without power in Tulum, where the storm brought strong winds and heavy rain. As Beryl approaches Texas, forecasters remain uncertain about its exact landfall location. The storm is moving west-northwest at about 13 mph (20 kph) with sustained winds of 60 mph (95 kph). Hurricane warnings are in effect from north of the Rio Grande, covering most of the Texas coast. Oil companies have begun moving employees from offshore platforms. Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick of Texas issued a preemptive disaster declaration for 40 counties, enabling officials to plan and contract for emergency response. In Jamaica, 55% of the country remains without power, and most areas lack running water. Prime Minister Andrew Holness has pledged assistance for affected residents. On Union Island in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, the storm caused widespread damage, destroying or damaging 95% of homes on a pair of islands. Local authorities described the destruction as catastrophic.Beryl makes landfall in Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula MEXICO CITY, Mexico – Tropical Storm Beryl has made landfall on the eastern coast of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula. The storm brought heavy rains and caused flooding in the region. Authorities in Texas are urging coastal residents to prepare for potential impacts from the remnants of Beryl, which is expected to move into the Gulf of Mexico later today. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has issued a tropical storm warning for the Texas coast from the Rio Grande to San Luis Pass. The NHC also warns of possible heavy rainfall and flooding in parts of Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi. Residents in affected areas are advised to closely monitor the storm’s progress and follow instructions from local authorities. They should also secure loose objects and prepare for possible power outages.