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Tropical Storm Beryl’s Latest: Minimal Risk in Louisiana, Major Threats to Texas Coastline

By Calcasieu Staff

Published July 06, 2024

Tropical Storm Beryl July 6 Brief

As of July 6, 2024, Tropical Storm Beryl is steadily moving towards the northwest at a speed of 13 mph (20 km/h), with its center located near latitude 23.9 North and longitude 93.0 West. The storm is expected to maintain this trajectory through Sunday before taking a turn towards the north-northwest on Sunday night, followed by a shift towards the north on Monday.

Tropical Storm Beryl Expected Conditions in Southwest Louisiana

As of today, Southwest Louisiana has a very low risk of experiencing tropical storm force winds associated with Beryl. There is a chance of excessive rainfall and coastal flooding in Southwest Louisiana.

Forecasters predict that Beryl will approach the Texas coast on Sunday and Sunday night, ultimately making landfall near Corpus Christi on Monday. At the time of reporting, Beryl's maximum sustained winds are recorded at approximately 60 mph (95 km/h), with the potential for further strengthening before reaching the Texas coastline. The storm is anticipated to regain hurricane status by Sunday or Sunday night.

Tropical Storm Beryl Current Conditions

Tropical-storm-force winds from Beryl extend outward up to 125 miles (205 km) from its center, indicating a significant area of impact. The estimated minimum central pressure within the storm is 997 mb (29.44 inches), suggesting the intensity of the system.

Tropical Storm Beryl Probable Path

Tropical Storm Beryl Arrival Time of Tropical Storm Force Winds

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