Although it is forecasted that the eye of Hurricane Beryl will pass far from Cuban territory, the winds and rains associated with the strong cyclone will be felt in the eastern part of the island. Therefore, authorities are warning about the dangers of engaging in fishing activities, especially those done from the back of a truck.
Aris Batalla, Provincial Manager of Operations and Rescue, Aquatic Safety in Santiago de Cuba, warned this Tuesday on Facebook that the proximity of the powerful hurricane could pose a danger to those engaged in fishing activities: "Let's avoid aquatic accidents, injuries, or fatalities, comply with lifeguard measures and warnings."
The rescuer was emphatic in warning about the extreme danger of engaging in this aquatic activity from floating rafts (truck inner tubes), a practice that, as he cautioned, "has claimed many lives."
However, Batalla warned that, due to the proximity of the powerful Hurricane Beryl, it is also recommended to avoid fishing activities in small boats, stating: "It is better to be safe than sorry."
According to the forecast from the National Hurricane Center (NHC), from early Wednesday morning until Thursday, some areas of Cuba may experience winds of up to 63 km/h in gusts.
An image provided by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) shows the likelihood of tropical storm force winds in the Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico over the next five days, from Tuesday, July 2 to Sunday, July 7.
According to the forecast, Hurricane Beryl will move through the Caribbean with strong winds along its path. The projection indicates that Cuba will enter the affected areas, although with winds not exceeding 63 km/h.
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