AM Update on Hurricane Beryl

Issued by: TNW News Operations Hurricane Division Time: 11 AM CDT, Monday, July 9, 2024

Overview: Tropical Storm Beryl continues to cause damaging flooding across eastern Texas. The region is experiencing significant power outages and severe weather conditions.

Current Situation:

Location: Beryl is currently affecting eastern Texas, with tropical storm-force winds extending up to 92 miles from the center.

Status: Beryl has downgraded from a Category 1 hurricane to a tropical storm with sustained winds of 70 mph.

Impact: Damaging winds, flooding rainfall, and dangerous storm surge continue for portions of eastern Texas.

Casualties: Texas emergency management has confirmed an additional death, bringing the total fatalities to 12, including 11 from Jamaica.

Evacuation Orders:

Mandatory Evacuation: Issued at 9 AM yesterday for RVs and campers along the Texas coastline.

Voluntary Evacuation: In effect for coastal residents. Local officials and mayors are urging evacuation to ensure safety.

Wind and Storm Surge:

Wind Speed: Currently at 70 mph.

Storm Surge: Significant storm surge and tropical storm-force winds are ongoing. Elevated risk of spin-up tornadoes, which may occur with little warning.

Precautions:

Shelter: Seek shelter in a safe location away from windows. If a tornado warning is issued, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building.

Supplies and Power: Ensure all necessary supplies are stocked and essential devices are charged.

Hurricane Insurance: Note that any hurricane insurance purchased after June 1 will not be effective for this storm.

Stay Informed:

TNW Updates: Follow updates on TNW social media pages or visit tnwweather.com for the latest information.

National Hurricane Center: Next advisory will be issued at 11 AM CDT at hurricanes.gov.

Social Media: Follow TNW News and the TNW News Operations Hurricane Division on Facebook and X (formerly Twitter).

Additional Notes:

Power Outages: Over 2 million people in Texas are without power according to power.gov.

Flash Flood Warnings: Numerous flash flood warnings are in effect in the greater Houston/Galveston area. Expect isolated damage, possibly due to brief tornado spin-ups.

Emergency Services: If you did not follow mandatory evacuation orders, be aware that emergency personnel may not be able to reach you during the storm. Stay safe and take all necessary precautions.

Further Impact: As Beryl moves inland, heavy rainfall of 2-3 inches, with locally higher amounts, is expected. A flood watch is in effect from Tuesday morning until Wednesday afternoon near and south of I-70.

TNW Hurricane Division Chief: Todd Nardone

Next Bulletin: The next bulletin will be issued at 12 PM CDT. Stay safe and stay informed.