Hurricane Beryl
Coverage of Hurricane Beryl in the Nexus archive.
- Houston city officials approve home repair program for damage from Hurricane Beryl and derecho
Houston city officials approved a $45 million home repair program to address housing damage from Hurricane Beryl and a derecho in 2024. The program will alleviate but not fully resolve the damage.
- Jamaica Buys Its Biggest Storm Bond Yet After Melissa Paid Out in Full
Jamaica secured a $200 million parametric hurricane bond in May 2025 through a World Bank-facilitated catastrophe bond, its largest to date. The previous bond paid out $150 million in full after Hurricane Melissa struck in October 2025 but did not pay out following Hurricane Beryl in 2024.
- Helping Venezuela: World Central Kitchen asks for donations for fresh meals
World Central Kitchen, led by Chef José Andrés Puerta, deployed a team to Venezuela following two major earthquakes. The organization previously aided Venezuelans impacted by Hurricane Beryl in 2024 and Hurricane Julia in 2022, and is now seeking donations for fresh meal distribution.
- Hurricane season expected to be mild in 2026, but officials urge Texans to stay prepared
Texas officials expect a mild hurricane season in 2026 but are advising residents to maintain preparedness. The announcement comes from the Texas Division of Emergency Management, which continues monitoring weather patterns following recent hurricane activity.
- Bondholders Agree Payment Pause for Crisis Hit Emerging Markets
Bondholders have agreed to a payment pause for emerging markets facing crises, as exemplified by the impact of Hurricane Beryl on Barbados in 2024. The decision aims to provide financial relief to nations struggling with economic challenges.