His Majesty The King’s Address on Beryl’s Destruction Across the Caribbean

In response to the devastating impact of Hurricane Beryl across the Caribbean, King Charles expressed profound sadness and extended his heartfelt condolences to the victims. “My family and I have been profoundly saddened to learn of the dreadful destruction caused by Hurricane Beryl across the Caribbean. Above all, we send our heartfelt condolences to the friends and families of those who have so cruelly lost their lives,” said the King.

King Charles commended the resilience and solidarity shown by the Caribbean people in the face of such calamity. He highlighted the remarkable spirit of the region, which has been tested too often by natural disasters. “I have seen the extraordinary spirit of resilience and solidarity that people across the Caribbean have shown in response to such destruction – a spirit which has been called upon too often,” he noted.

The King also expressed his gratitude to the emergency services and volunteers who are actively supporting the rescue and recovery efforts. “I also send my particular gratitude to the emergency services and volunteers who are supporting the rescue and recovery efforts,” he added.

In his message, King Charles offered his special thoughts and prayers to those affected by the hurricane. “At this most difficult of times, please know that our most special thoughts and prayers are with all those whose lives, livelihoods, and property have been so utterly devastated,” he concluded.

As Beryl advances, parts of Mexico will begin to feel its effects starting Thursday night before the hurricane makes landfall early Friday morning.

Hurricane warnings remain in effect for the Cayman Islands and parts of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, including Costa Maya, Tulum, Cozumel, and Cancún. Surrounding these areas, hurricane watches and tropical storm warnings have been issued for the northern Yucatan Peninsula, north of Cancún, and south of Costa Maya. Additionally, a tropical storm watch is in effect for northern Belize, extending as far south as Belize City.