Surfers and swimmers aim to get into the sea as Beryl approaches | video
July 7, 2024
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Windsurfers took advantage of the waves off the coast of Galveston Island in Texas as a tropical storm approached. BerylSome swimmers were unlucky: rescuers pulled them out of
Windsurfers took advantage of the waves off the coast of Galveston Island in Texas as a tropical storm approached. BerylSome swimmers were unlucky: rescuers pulled them out of the water for their own safety.
Windsurfer Josh Steele said he was knocked off his board twice by strong and unpredictable winds. But Ryan Harmon, who said he and his friends had travelled five hours to “go crazy” on the waves, lost hope when a lifeguard ordered them to return to shore.
Tropical storm Beryl It could strengthen into a hurricane when it makes landfall in the Houston area early Monday morning.
Forecasters warned that Beryl could bring strong winds and rain to the region.
Coastal areas were already seeing rising water levels Sunday, and county officials ordered the evacuation of one coastal city. The U.S. Coast Guard closed the Port of Houston Sunday afternoon due to worsening sea conditions. It also closed the ports of Texas City, Freeport and Galveston in Texas.
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