(CMR) As Hurricane Beryl strengthens to Category Three and barrels towards the Caribbean, local grocery stores Foster’s, Kirk's Market, and Hurley’s are extending opening hours on Monday, a public holiday, to allow residents to prepare.
If the storm continues on its predicted path, the Cayman Islands could be impacted by Thursday.
When it reaches the Windward Islands, Beryl is expected to become a Category 4 hurricane. It is moving quickly westward at 21 mph, with a central pressure of 968 mb and estimated maximum sustained winds of 115 mph.
Hurricane warnings have been issued for some countries, while others have been issued tropical storm warnings.
A Hurricane Warning means that hurricane conditions are expected somewhere within the warning area. Preparations to protect life and property should be rushed to completion.
A Tropical Storm Warning means that tropical storm conditions are expected somewhere within the warning area within 36 hours.
A Tropical Storm Watch means that tropical storm conditions are possible within the watch area, generally within 48 hours.