Hurricane Beryl: At least three dead as ‘potentially catastrophic’ storm races to Jamaica

Hurricane Beryl: At least three dead as ‘potentially catastrophic’ storm races to Jamaica

Hurricane Beryl is causing devastation in the Caribbean, with at least three people reported dead as the storm moves dangerously close to Jamaica. The hurricane, now classified as a category five storm, has the potential to bring catastrophic winds and storm surges to the region.

The latest updates show that Hurricane Beryl made landfall on Carriacou, an island in Grenada, on Monday. Sadly, the impact of the storm has already been felt, with reports of three fatalities, two in Grenada and one in St Vincent.

Authorities are urging residents in the path of Hurricane Beryl to take all necessary precautions and heed evacuation orders. The BBC News team is closely monitoring the situation, providing news, analysis, and features as the storm progresses.

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