Hurricane Beryl Makes Landfall, Texas Governor Urges Caution

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Yucatan, Mexico and Texas Brace for Impact

• Hurricane Beryl made landfall on the Yucatan Peninsula just northeast of Tulum, Mexico, as a Category 2 hurricane.
• The storm is expected to strengthen as it enters the Gulf of Mexico, with potential impact on northern Mexico and the southern tip of Texas.
• The storm's precise path remains uncertain, but it is likely to bring strong winds, storm surge, heavy rainfall, and life-threatening surf to the region.

Texas Governor Increases Readiness:

"As Texans and visitors around the south coastal areas begin to celebrate our nation’s Independence Day, I urge them to make an emergency plan, review hurricane evacuation routes, and continue to monitor weather conditions to ensure the safety of themselves and their loved ones." - Governor Greg Abbott

Hurricane Beryl's History and Track:

• Beryl initially made landfall as a Category 4 storm on July 1 in Carriacou Island, Grenada, with 150-mph winds.
• As of 7 a.m. CDT Friday, Beryl was located about 15 miles north-northwest of Tulum, Mexico, and 730 miles east-southeast of Brownsville, Texas.
• The storm is moving at 15 mph with maximum winds of 100 mph, and its effects are expected along the entire Gulf Coast.
• See the projected path and latest updates on Hurricane Beryl.

What to Expect:

• Strong Winds, Storm Surge, and Heavy Rainfall: Southern Texas and northeastern Mexico should expect these conditions late this weekend.
• Rip Currents and Life-Threatening Surf: Beryl is generating large swells and strong rip currents along the Gulf Coast.
• Texas Weather Watches and Warnings: Remain vigilant and refer to the NHC's explanation of hurricane watches and warnings.

"Beryl could stall or turn more to the north, paralleling the coast at the last minute before landfall as steering breezes decrease." - AccuWeather Forecasters