Location Union Island, the CaribbeanDisaster Hurricane BerylRoseman Adams, a nature conservation officer and part of the island’s disaster preparedness committee, was at home on Union Island when Hurricane Beryl hit on 2 July. It was the earliest-forming category 5 hurricane on record, demolishing almost all of the buildings on the island of 2,500 people. View image in fullscreen Damage caused by Hurricane Beryl on Union Island in July 2024. Hurricane Beryl has opened our eyes to the forces of nature and what is likely to happen in years to come. Hurricane Beryl pressed the reset button and has given us an opportunity to build back stronger and more prepared, but we can’t do that without outside help.

Source: The Guardian November 21, 2024 16:31 UTC