What started as a tropical wave off the coast of Africa more than two weeks ago has now set records and claimed the spot as the first hurricane to develop during the 2024 Atlantic season.
Hurricanes don't usually form until Aug. 11, and they don't typically strengthen into major status (Category 3 or higher) until Sept. 1. But Hurricane Beryl, which lost its tropical status on July 9, developed into a Category 4 storm in June, the first-ever Category 4 on record for the month.
