Hurricane Beryl is churning west after hitting Caribbean islands. Where it’s headed next.

A powerful Hurricane Beryl has made landfall in the Caribbean, bringing strong winds and heavy rainfall to several islands in the region. The storm, which is now classified as a Category 1 hurricane, is expected to continue moving westward, bringing potential threats to other islands and possibly the eastern coast of the United States.

According to the National Hurricane Center (NHC), Hurricane Beryl made landfall on the island of Dominica in the Lesser Antilles around 8:00 am AST (1:00 pm EDT) on Friday. The storm brought sustained winds of up to 80 mph (130 km/h) and heavy rainfall, causing flash flooding and disruptions to daily life.

After making landfall, Beryl continued to move westward, passing just north of the island of Martinique and heading towards the Caribbean Sea. The NHC predicts that the storm will continue to strengthen over the next few days, potentially reaching Category 2 status.

As the storm continues to move westward, it is expected to affect several other islands in the Caribbean, including Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, and Haiti. The storm is expected to bring strong winds, heavy rainfall, and rough seas, potentially causing significant damage and disruptions to the daily lives of people in these areas.

In addition to its impact on the Caribbean, Hurricane Beryl is also expected to pose a threat to the eastern coast of the United States. The NHC has issued a Hurricane Watch for the eastern seaboard from Florida to North Carolina, and residents in these areas are being advised to prepare for the storm.

“We are closely monitoring the storm’s progress and are taking all necessary precautions to ensure public safety,” said a spokesperson for the National Weather Service. “Residents in the affected areas should be prepared for strong winds, heavy rainfall, and rough seas, and should take necessary precautions to protect themselves and their property.”

The NHC is also warning of potential flooding and storm surges in coastal areas, and is urging people to evacuate if necessary.

While it is still too early to predict the exact track of the storm, it is clear that Hurricane Beryl is a significant threat to the Caribbean and potentially the eastern coast of the United States. Residents in the affected areas should take all necessary precautions to ensure their safety and the safety of their property.