4 PM Intermediate ALERT: Tropical Storm Beryl Update

Issued by: TNW News Operations Hurricane Division Time: 4 PM, Saturday, July 6, 2024

Overview: Tropical Storm Beryl maintains its course toward the Texas coast and is expected to bring significant freshwater flooding and structural damage, particularly around Corpus Christi and the Rio Grande region. Conditions are expected to be dangerous throughout the day. Historical impacts similar to Claudette (2003) and Dolly (2008) are expected, which included downed trees, power outages, and structural damage. These storms also resulted in fatalities due to rough surf.

Current Situation:

• Location: Beryl made landfall near Mexico as a Category 2 hurricane with 110 mph winds on July 5th.
• Status: It weakened over the Yucatán Peninsula but is expected to re-strengthen to a Category 1 hurricane by late Sunday night into Monday or early Tuesday morning. The center of Beryl is about to emerge over the Gulf of Mexico.
• Peak Seas: Currently at 21 ft, expected to build to 29 ft through early Monday.

Impact:

• Flooding: Anticipated significant freshwater flooding.
• Structural Damage: Potential for considerable structural damage.
• Safety Measures: Governor Greg Abbott has declared a disaster order.
• Rough Surf: Similar to Claudette (2003) and Dolly (2008), rough surf could be deadly. Exercise extreme caution.

Precautions:

• Supplies: Stock up on necessary supplies this weekend.
• Power: Charge all essential devices in anticipation of power outages.
• Hurricane Insurance: If you don't have hurricane insurance, obtain it by Monday. Note that it will not cover Tropical Storm or Hurricane Beryl due to the 30-day waiting period.
• Stay Informed: Follow updates on TNW social media pages or visit tnwweather.com for the latest information.

Forecast Models:

• The "windshield wiper effect" in Beryl models has shifted west again, and they are now more closely aligned, indicating a more accurate consensus. Expect B
• eryl to be at its strongest when it makes landfall in central Texas Monday morning. Complete all preparations by tomorrow.

Next Updates:

• A more comprehensive update will follow later today.

Contacts:

• For more information, refer to the Weather Channel’s Kelly Cass.
• TNW Hurricane Division Chief Todd Nardone is monitoring the situation closely.

Stay safe and prepared.

TNW Hurricane Division Chief: Todd Nardone

Advisories:

• Center of Beryl about to emerge over the Gulf of Mexico.
• Hurricane and Storm Surge Watches in effect for portions of the coast of northeastern Mexico and Texas.
• Follow updates at hurricanes.gov.

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