NewsBeryl threatens Jamaica: Island braces for calamitous storm

Beryl threatens Jamaica: Island braces for calamitous storm

A destructive natural disaster has devastated the southeastern part of the Caribbean and is expected to reach Jamaica in the coming hours. The situation is extremely serious. Tourist organizations have issued appeals to tourists.

A dangerous element is rampaging near tourist islands
A dangerous element is rampaging near tourist islands
Images source: © PAP | Orlando Barria

At least seven people were killed as a result of Hurricane Beryl passing through the southeastern Caribbean. On Tuesday afternoon Eastern Time, the hurricane was about 204 kilometres southeast of Isla Beata in the Dominican Republic.

The wind was blowing at a speed of 250 km/h and was moving northwest at a speed of 35 km/h. - What worries us the most is Jamaica, as we expect the eye of the powerful hurricane to pass near or over the island - said Michael Brennan, director of the National Hurricane Centre (NHC) at the time.

The destructive hurricane is getting closer

On social media yesterday, July 2, photos were shared showing how residents of Jamaica are preparing for the arrival of the destructive disaster. Locals lined up in long queues in front of stores to buy water supplies, and business owners boarded up windows and shopfronts to prevent the disaster from destroying their property.

On Wednesday, July 3, around 11 PM Eastern Time, the hurricane was about 300 kilometres southeast of Kingston, the capital of Jamaica. The wind was blowing at a speed of 230 km/h at that time. Beryl had already weakened from the highest fifth to the fourth category on the Saffir-Simpson scale, but this does not change the fact that it can still cause significant tragedy.

The NHC's concerns about what will happen in Jamaica are warranted. The strongest impact of the hurricane in Jamaica is expected at 9 AM Eastern Time. At this point, offices and the international airport in Montego Bay have already been closed.

  • Residents of Jamaica brace for the worst
  • The windows of the Subway premises are boarded up.
[1/2] Residents of Jamaica brace for the worstImages source: © PAP | Rudolph Brown

Warnings for tourists

The fear and terror currently felt by tourists in Jamaica are completely understandable. The situation is dynamic.

Tourist organizations emphasize that the Jamaican government and the tourism industry know how to behave in such a challenging situation. They appeal to guests staying in hotels to follow the staff's instructions. "We strongly recommend that all visitors remain in safe places," states the Jamaica Tourist Board in its communication.

It also reminds tourists always to have their passports, cash, and all necessary documents. It is also handy to have digital copies of these documents on your phone or tablet. Additionally, it is advisable to pack medicines in a small bag with documents in case evacuation is necessary.

The hurricane season in the Atlantic Ocean occurs every year from June 1 to November 30.

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