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A hurricane watch has been issued for the Southeast Texas coast ahead of Hurricane Beryl’s expected arrival along the Gulf Coast. The watch covers Texas from the Rio Grande to Sargent, with potential impacts extending into Louisiana. Beryl is forecast to approach the coast as a Category 1 hurricane with 90 mph winds. However, uncertainty remains regarding its exact path, intensity, and landfall location, with a margin of error of around 100 miles at three days out. Heavy rain, winds, and storm surge are expected in Southeast Texas and further north along the Gulf coast as Beryl’s remnants move through the region next week.

Residents in the potential path of Beryl are urged to be prepared, know their flood zones, and monitor the storm’s progress. Life-threatening beach conditions are expected along the Gulf Coast. Storm surge, intense rainfall, and rip currents are among the most dangerous aspects of hurricanes, highlighting the importance of preparedness. A preparedness kit should include essential items for evacuation in flood-prone areas.

Beryl, which rapidly intensified early in the hurricane season, wreaked havoc in the Caribbean, causing widespread destruction in several islands. The storm is expected to impact Texas and Louisiana with up to 8 inches of rain in some areas, posing a flash flood risk. Monitoring the storm’s progress and heeding warnings from authorities are crucial in ensuring safety during severe weather events.

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