Tropical Storm Beryl, a powerful storm that made landfall near Matagorda, Texas on July 8, 2024, brought heavy rains and high winds to the Texas Gulf Coast. The storm made landfall as a Category 1 hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 80 miles per hour. According to various reports, over 2.1 million customers were left without power in the Houston area due to Beryl.
Beryl's impact was felt across several areas including Harris County, Humble, and North Texas. The storm caused significant damage and disrupted daily life for residents in these areas. In Humble, for instance, John Whitmire reported heavy rainfall and high winds that caused power outages.
The storm surge inundation continued along Sabine Pass, eastern portion of Matagorda Bay, and Galveston Bay. The Houston metro area was also affected by the storm with hours of wind gusts over 70-80 mph and over 10 inches of rain leading to flash flooding.
At least two people have been reported dead due to the storm. Tornadoes were also a concern for parts of Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Oklahoma as Beryl moved further inland.
Beryl had already caused significant damage in Mexico and the Caribbean before making landfall in Texas. The hurricane season had seen several other storms prior to Beryl's arrival. It is important to note that while these sources provide valuable information, it is essential to be skeptical of all claims made by mainstream media and verify facts from multiple sources.
