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Hurricane Beryl Hits Texas: Chaos Ensues with Power Outages and Flight Cancellations

Hurricane Beryl wreaks havoc in Texas with power outages and flight cancellations. Read on for the latest updates!

Hurricane Beryl swept into Houston and made landfall in Matagorda, leaving over 140,000 Centerpoint Energy customers without power by 5 a.m. Fortunately, service was restored to more than 88,000 customers, but chaos loomed as the storm snarled travel across the U.S. Airlines canceled hundreds of flights, particularly those operating in or out of Texas, with nearly 600 departures canceled at Houston's George Bush Airport. The hurricane brought 90 mph gusts and continued inland, posing risks of flooding, storm surge, and tornadoes.

Officials expressed concerns that the warnings to evacuate had not been heeded adequately as Hurricane Beryl pounded the Texas coast near Houston. The storm re-intensified into a hurricane, featuring sustained winds of 39-73 mph. Tropical storm warnings were in place from San Luis Pass to High Island, covering Galveston Bay and Houston. Tragically, one person lost their life after the storm's landfall.

Interesting Fact: Beryl marks the first major hurricane to hit Texas in recent years, highlighting the importance of preparation and early action in the face of natural disasters. Additionally, the impact of hurricanes on air travel underscores the logistical challenges faced by airlines during severe weather events.