Hurricane Beryl has caused devastation in several countries, with at least 11 reported deaths so far. The storm hit Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula as a Category 2 hurricane before weakening to a tropical storm. It is expected to regain strength as it moves towards the Gulf of Mexico, where it could impact northeastern Mexico and southern Texas. Beryl has already caused destruction in Jamaica, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, and Barbados, with multiple casualties reported in each country. Mexican authorities evacuated some residents and tourists from low-lying areas, but many remained in the path of the storm. The area around Tulum, where the hurricane made landfall, is particularly vulnerable to storm surges due to its low elevation. The U.S. National Hurricane Center is closely monitoring Beryl’s progress as it poses a threat to coastal regions in the Gulf. The storm’s rapid development into a Category 5 hurricane in the Atlantic earlier in the week has raised concerns about its potential impact. Authorities in Texas are urging residents to prepare for the approaching storm and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
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