Nature flexed its fury this week as Hurricane Beryl tore through Texas, leaving destruction, tragedy, and sweltering chaos in its wake. Downgraded to a tropical depression Monday evening, the storm still packed a punch—claiming at least four lives, knocking out power for millions, and flooding streets from Houston to Arkansas. 🌧️
Houston Hit Hard
Winds reaching up to 80 mph battered Houston early Monday, submerging roads and collapsing trees. Among the victims were a 53-year-old man and a 74-year-old woman killed by falling trees, while a police employee drowned in floodwaters. Lightning from the storm also ignited a fatal fire, officials said.
Power Outages & Rising Temperatures
Over 2.6 million Texas households lost electricity, per PowerOutage.us, as temperatures are set to soar past 90°F this week—raising concerns about heat risks for vulnerable residents. 😓 Coastal towns saw roofs ripped off buildings, with evacuation orders issued pre-storm.
While Beryl weakens, the U.S. National Hurricane Center warns of ongoing flooding and possible tornadoes across Texas, Louisiana, and Arkansas. Recovery efforts are underway, but as one Houston resident tweeted, 'This feels like a nightmare on repeat. Stay safe, y’all.' 🤲
