Hurricane Beryl Approaches Windward Islands

Hurricane Beryl, which initially reached Category 4 strength, has weakened slightly to a Category 3 storm with sustained winds of 120 mph as it approaches the Windward Islands. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) warns of life-threatening winds, storm surge up to 9 feet, and heavy rainfall. Hurricane warnings are in effect for Barbados, Grenada, Tobago, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines, while tropical storm warnings and watches cover surrounding regions. Beryl is expected to remain a dangerous hurricane as it moves west through the Caribbean, though some weakening is forecast by midweek. Tropical Storm Chris has made landfall in Mexico, bringing heavy rain and flooding, and another system, Invest 96L, is likely to develop into a tropical depression this week.