Topic: 2024 Atlantic hurricane season
Beryl, Helene and Milton retired from list of hurricane names
Hurricanes Beryl, Helene and Milton, each of which impacted the Cayman Islands in various ways, have now had their names consigned to the history books, to be replaced by Brianna, Holly and Miguel.
Hectic hurricane season makes Grand Cayman the wettest since 2005
Grand Cayman had the wettest wet season in 19 years, according to the Cayman Islands National Weather Service.
Year in Review: Stormy year for the Cayman Islands
There were several impactful nor’westers, two tropical weather systems that brought torrential rain and a direct hit from a hurricane.
Weekend cold front forecast as hurricane season comes to close
As the 2024 hurricane season enters its final stretch the Cayman Islands can expect some rainfall and rough seas starting over the weekend and into early next week.
Forecasters warn of tropical cyclone formation in coming days
Meteorologists are keeping an eye on a tropical wave located southeast of Jamaica that is tracking west over the Caribbean Sea.
Damage and debris but no casualties after Rafael hits Little Cayman
Damage assessments by emergency responders started early on Wednesday morning in the Sister Islands, following a direct hit on Little Cayman by Hurricane Rafael Tuesday night.
Most tourists opt to stay on island ahead of Hurricane Rafael
While tourists did not leave in droves as the Cayman Islands prepared for the arrival of Hurricane Rafael, some stayover visitors opted to postpone or cancel their vacations here this week, and at least three cruise ships skipped Grand Cayman.
Tropical Storm Rafael shifts closer to Cayman Brac, Little Cayman
Tropical Storm Rafael is strengthening and its latest projected path puts it closer to the Sister Islands on Tuesday, forecasters have said.
Storm watch: Closures and cancellations
A regularly updated article on event cancellations and postponements, and businesses, organisations or government entities that will be impacted by the impending storm.
Hurricane watch issued for Cayman Islands
The Cayman Islands have been placed under a hurricane watch as of 4:30pm on Sunday as a system developing in the southwest Caribbean strengthens.
Severe weather alert issued ahead of potential tropical depression
The National Weather Service has issued a severe weather alert ahead of the possible formation of a tropical depression in the southwest Caribbean which is projected to impact the Cayman Islands with heavy rains and winds.
Sandbags at the ready as rain threatens to soak saturated ground
Rain is forecast to drench the Cayman Island just a week after Tropical Storm Helene caused widespread flooding.
After horror of Helene, survivors eye developing system
Caymanian Anne Rice is counting her blessings after surviving Hurricane Helene's passage over her St. Petersburg, Florida home, but with a potential storm on the horizon she, like many here in Cayman, is gearing up for what could be another hit.
Flood advisory issued for Cayman amid developing weather system
Cayman's National Weather Service has issued a flood advisory, as well as a small craft warning, commencing this Wednesday and Thursday in anticipation on potential impacts from a developing weather system in the region.
Airports close as Grand Cayman placed under tropical storm warning
The Cayman Islands Airports Authority said the airports were closed 9pm Monday night, following the departure of the night’s last flight, ahead of the storm's approach.
Schools closed Monday as public warned to expect flooding
Government schools are to close on Monday and residents have been told to prepare for flooding due to heavy rainfall and high tides, as a system over the northwest Caribbean continues to develop.
Tropical depression could form by next week
Forecasters at the US National Hurricane Center on Thursday noted potential tropical depression development in the coming days.
‘Robust signal’ predicts western Caribbean storm activity
The recent calm in the Atlantic basin could change in the coming weeks as forecasters say global models have detected "a robust signal for a tropical cyclone emerging from the western Caribbean in 8–12 days".
Forecasters keep watch over three developing systems
As August comes to a close the weather radar has come to life with three active systems now being monitored by forecasters.
Tropical depression possible in coming days
After a brief lull in activity, forecasters are projecting a tropical wave could develop into a tropical depression by early next week.
Lull in hurricane activity expected heading into September
The Atlantic basin looks set to remain free of hurricane cyclone activity through to month's end, however forecasters say conditions are projected to pick up in early September.
Tropical depression likely to form in coming days
Forecasters say a large area of disturbed weather over the central Atlantic Ocean is projected to develop into a tropical depression early next week.
‘Extremely active’ hurricane season forecast remains
Colorado State University's Tropical Meteorology Project is maintaining its forecast of an "extremely active" period ahead.
Governor reflects on safety issues, from hurricanes to gun amnesty
As the peak of hurricane season looms on the horizon Governor Jane Owen is urging the community to guard against complacency when it comes to storm preparations especially after the island escaped serious impact with the recent passage of Hurricane Beryl.
Research suggests Saharan dust could suppress hurricane formation
Saharan dust clouds are likely to hamper the intensity and frequency of storm development within the Atlantic hurricane basin, according to new research.
New project aims to track storm surge impacts in Cayman
High powered GoPro cameras encased in military-grade capsules will be used as part of a new pilot project to track storm surges and severe weather activity in the Cayman Islands this hurricane season.
The issue explained: How we dodged Beryl’s bullet and why we can’t be complacent
The Cayman Compass goes inside the 'cone of uncertainty' to explain how we survived a near miss with Hurricane Beryl and analyse the threats that lie ahead in what promises to be an active and dangerous storm season.
Forecasters increase hurricane projections
Colorado State University Tropical Meteorology Project has increased its forecast for the Atlantic hurricane season to 25 named storms, 12 hurricanes and six major hurricanes in what is expected to be an 'extremely active' season.
Hurricane Beryl mobilised Cayman Airways team into action
As many hunkered down with loved ones bracing for Hurricane Beryl last week Cayman Airways staffers like Garth Ebanks had to watch from afar and pray for the best for his family and friends on island.
‘Hurricanes don’t stop babies arriving’
Childbirth is always memorable occasion, especially for a first time mum, but George Town resident Mya Charlika Bennett-Beason delivering her bouncy baby girl during Hurricane Beryl will forever hold special significance not just for the parents, but the Cayman Islands community.
Hurricane Beryl breaks records
While the Cayman Islands was spared significant damage Hurricane Beryl left a path of death and destruction through the Caribbean.
Regiment rescues elderly couple as neighbourhood floods
Cayman Islands Regiment reservists kicked into action on Thursday morning to rescue an elderly couple marooned in their home as flood waters rose in the heart of George Town during Hurricane Beryl's passage.
Airports reopen following ‘all clear’
For the latest information on storm activity in the Cayman Islands, as well as information on how to prepare for hurricane season, visit Storm Centre.
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Storm surge batters down shutters at oceanfront condo complex
Jagged shards of splintered glass hung form the frames of shattered French windows of ocean front condos at Windsor Village, which bore the brunt of the damage from Hurricane Beryl on Thursday.
Battered but not beaten, Cayman survives brush with Hurricane Beryl
A rare, powerful early season storm, Hurricane Beryl, skirted the Cayman Islands, Thursday, bringing heavy rain and storm surge that caused pockets of serious damage but left the bulk of the territory largely unscathed.
In photos: Hurricane Beryl hits Cayman
The Compass has compiled a gallery of Hurricane Beryl photos. Check back as more photos are added throughout the day.
All clear for Cayman Islands after Hurricane Beryl
The Cayman Compass team was up through the night bringing live updates on Hurricane Beryl's progress. Here's a look back at how it went.
Residents trickle into hurricane shelters
Organisers spent Wednesday afternoon preparing 20-some hurricane shelters for residents as Hurricane Beryl approaches the Cayman Islands.
Premier warns against looting in Cayman during and after Hurricane Beryl
Premier Juliana O'Connor-Connolly has warned that police will not tolerate incidents of looting while Cayman's population is hunkered down for the impending Hurricane Beryl.
Cayman Islands Regiment deploys ahead of Hurricane Beryl
Cayman Islands Regiment reservists and troopers were deployed into the community on Wednesday morning ahead of the arrival of Hurricane Beryl.
Hurricane forces water outage; residents of low-lying areas urged to prepare
The government has issued a 'stay in place' notice for later today in preparation for the arrival of Hurricane Beryl.
Tourists pack evacuation flights as airport closure looms
Tourists and residents were frantically booking last-minute flights out of the Cayman Islands on Tuesday with the territory's two international airports set to close Wednesday ahead of Hurricane Beryl.
Hurricane Beryl closures and postponements
Regularly updated list of businesses and government department closures due to Hurricane Beryl.
‘Worse than Ivan’ – Chilling warning from eastern Caribbean
The first footage out of the eastern Caribbean in the wake of Hurricane Beryl make chilling viewing for those still in the projected path of the “extremely dangerous” early season storm.
Residents urged to make final preparations for hurricane impacts
The latest weather predictions on Hurricane Beryl now suggest that the Cayman Islands could feel its impact starting as early as 7pm Wednesday.
Rainy days ahead as forecasters monitor tropical waves
The Constitution Day long weekend looks likely to be a wet one as thick rains lingered around the Cayman area on Friday, meanwhile forecasters are keeping their eye on a developing system in the region of the Windward Islands which could be an issue next week.
Forecasters warn of ‘extremely active’ hurricane season
Forecasters at Colorado State University’s Tropical Meteorology Project are holding fast to their projection for an extremely active hurricane season with many as 23 named storms, with winds of 39 miles per hour or higher.
As hurricane season nears, WFP rallies support for vulnerable small island states
The World Food Programme (WFP) called for urgent global support for small island nations disproportionately impacted by the climate crisis.
Weather radar back in action just ahead of hurricane season
The Kearney Gomez Doppler Radar is now fully operational, just in time for the start of the Atlantic hurricane season.
Forecasters warn of 7 major hurricanes this season
Forecasters at the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration are warning of an above-normal Atlantic hurricane season, with as many as 13 hurricanes, seven of which they say could become major storms.
After delays, Cayman’s weather radar repairs set to commence
After months of waiting, work on repairing Cayman's weather radar is expected to begin as early as next week, just ahead of the Atlantic hurricane season.
National Day of Preparedness 2024: Community urged to get hurricane ready
As Cayman marks National Day of Preparedness on Discovery Day Hazard Management Cayman Islands is urging the community to use the time to get themselves hurricane season ready.
Humanitarian vessel MV DAWN calls on Cayman
Self-sufficient humanitarian Motor Vessel DAWN has dropped anchor in George Town Harbour and will be part of a special joint disaster response and preparedness exercise hosted by Hazard Management Cayman Islands.
Hurricane season to be ‘extremely active’, say forecasters
International forecasters have warned that the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season is likely to be extremely active with nearly 75% more storms in all categories, most of which are expected to make landfall within the Caribbean and mainland US.
