In response to the approaching Hurricane Beryl, the government of Quintana Roo has announced the suspension of all school classes on the 4th and 5th of July. In addition, a "Dry Law" prohibiting the sale of alcohol will be enforced starting from Thursday.
Hurricane Beryl, classified as a category 4 on the Saffir-Simpson scale, is currently positioned 480 kilometers east-southeast of Kingston, Jamaica, and 1,585 kilometers east-southeast of Cancun. The hurricane is moving to the west-northwest at a speed of 35 km/h, with maximum sustained winds of 240 km/h.
Residents of Quintana Roo can expect heavy rainfall, strong wind gusts, and high waves as the storm approaches. Local authorities are urging the public to prepare for potential impacts.
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