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Hurricane Beryl is considered life-threatening storm with at least two confirmed deaths and more than 2 million without power as the storm moved inland. 

Tornadoes spawned from the storm have touched touch across Texas and Louisiana as it moved steadily northeastward from eastern Texas

The storm came ashore as a Category 1 hurricane near Matagorda Beach around 4 a.m. Monday, the National Hurricane Center confirmed, bringing heavy rainfall, storm surge and gusty winds across the state. It was eventually demoted to a tropical storm when winds fell below 70 mph.

Forecasters estimate there is a continuing danger of life-threatening storm surge inundation along the coast, damaging hurricane-force winds and considerable flash and urban flooding as Beryl moves inland across the lower Mississippi Valley.

Our live coverage as now ended but for a full recap see below 

20:49

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See below for our reporting on the storms deadly movement through Texas and the United States.

20:42

New forecast map shows Beryl's path as storm moves through U.S.

The latest forecast shows Beryl is expected to move steadily northeastward from eastern Texas Monday afternoon.

Tornado warnings are currently in effect as the storm moves across Arkansas and Louisiana, according to the National Weather Service.

It is expected to hit the Lower Ohio Valley Tuesday night and into the Lower Great Lakes on Wednesday.

Wind speeds are forecast to weaken, but widespread heavy rains are likely over the next two days with rainfall totals of 2-5 inches from far northeast Texas, across large section of Arkansas, southeast Missouri, central to southern Illinois, Indiana, far northwest Ohio into the southern portions of the Lower Peninsula of Michigan.

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20:29

'Dangerous' tornado on the ground in Louisiana

A 'large and extremely dangerous' tornado touched down near Benton, 10 miles north of Bossier City.

The National Weather Service confirmed the tornado and warned residents it is a 'particularly dangerous situation.'

'A large, extremely dangerous and potentially deadly tornado is on the ground. To protect your life, TAKE COVER NOW!,' forecasters said.

The tornado is moving at 35 mph with radar indicated hail approximately .75 inches big.

Mobile homes, roofs, windows, vehicles and trees are all likely to experience damage

19:57

Tornado touched down in Jasper, Texas

The City of Jasper confirmed a tornado touched down on the west side of town as Beryl moved through the eastern part of the state.

'We have power outages all over town, and we don't have an estimated time when they will be restored,' the town said in a Facebook post.

'Watch out for down power lines; always treat a power line as if it's live.'

Photos show extensive damage to the area including dozens of downed trees and blocked roadways.

19:41

Beryl wrecked havoc on Houston

The storm left a trail of devastation across Houston with destroyed homes, flooded highways and millions without power.

At least two people died in Harris County after trees crashed into their homes.

Peak wind gusts of 84 mph were measured at Hobby Airport and 78 mph in Galveston. A 97 mph wind gust was measured at SH 36 and Brazos, reported Fox 26.

Photos show roofs were ripped off buildings and residents have been warned to take shelter as a tornado warning is in effect until 10 p.m. CT.

At least 19 calls for water rescues was reported by the Houston Chronicle as over 11 inches of rain accumulated in some parts of the city.

Dozens of abandon cars are seen submerged in floodwaters on highwats as bayous overflowed.

HOUSTON, TEXAS - JULY 08: A vehicle is left abandoned in floodwater on a highway after Hurricane Beryl swept through the area on July 08, 2024 in Houston, Texas. Tropical Storm Beryl developed into a Category 1 hurricane as it hit the Texas coast late last night. (Photo by Brandon Bell/Getty Images) *** BESTPIX ***

19:19

Three confirmed tornadoes near Texas-Louisiana border

Beryl produced three confirmed tornadoes on the radar of the Texas-Louisiana border, according to the National Weather Service.

One is located south of Joaquin and a second northwest of Timpson in Shelby County.

A third is northwest of Converse moving from Sabine Parish into DeSoto Parish.

18:57

Houston Mayor tells residents to 'shelter in place'

Houston Mayor John Whitmire begged residents to stay at home while officials begin cleaning up the damage from the storm.

During his Monday morning breifing, Whitmire said more than 400 calls to 911 had come in within the last hour, reported Click2Houston.

'All I want to do is urge everyone, I plead with you to shelter in place,' Whitmire said.

'Stay off the roads. There is debris. I traveled from my home early this morning. Barely. The mayor was barely able to get to the emergency center. That’s how dangerous our streets. Our traffic lights are out throughout the city.'

Both Houston airports have been closed and many bayous have overflowed creating hazardous conditions.

Buffalo Bayou floods near Downtown Houston just after Beryl made landfall on Monday, July 8, 2024, in Houston. Tropical Storm Beryl was unleashing heavy rains and powerful winds along the Texas coast, knocking out power to more than 2 million homes and businesses and flooding streets with fast-rising waters. (Raquel Natalicchio/Houston Chronicle via AP)

18:46

Heavy rain starts to pour in Arkansas

Minor flooding has already been reported in Van Buren as showers and thunderstorms in the outer bands ahead of Beryl move into Arkansas.

The National Weather Service forecasts over three inches of rain could accumulate through southeast Oklahoma, western and central Arkansas and southern Missouri over the next two days.

Multimedia Journalist Brett Rains from 4029 News share video of heavy rain pouring down in Van Buren Monday afternoon.

18:33

Tropical Storm Beryl heads north

Beryl is now 55 miles north of Houston and is forecasted to turn toward the northeast with an increase in forward speed.

Maximum sustained winds have decreased to near 60 mph with higher gusts, according to the National Hurricane Center.

A Storm Surge Warning is in effect for north of San Luis Pass to Sabine Pass, including Galveston Bay. A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for theTexas coast from north of San Luis Pass to Sabine Pass.

Forecasters predict several tornadoes are possible through tonight across parts of east Texas, Louisiana and Arkansas.

Authorities advise to use continued caution after the storm as deadly hazards remain including downed powerlines and carbon monoxide posioning from improper generation use.

Debris covers a road after Hurricane Beryl moved through the area in Matagorda, Texas, U.S. July 8, 2024.  REUTERS/Kaylee Greenlee Beal

18:22

Fire rips through Houston flea market

A possible electrical fire blazed through four units of a flea market, KPRC 2 reported.

Video shows black smoke filling the sky as firefighters work to put out the blaze.

The Houston Fire Department told the local news station it is possible the fire was caused by a downe power line.

No injuries have been reported and crews have been sen to ensure all lines are de-energized.

18:17

DoorDash suspends operations

Food delivery service DoorDash told the Houston Chronicle they are suspending operations in Houston until 9 a.m. Tuesday.

'This is a potentially dangerous situation so we’re activating our Severe Weather Protocol to help keep our community in Houston safe,' DoorDash spokesperson Julian Crowley said.

A flooded street is pictured in the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, in El Campo, Texas, U.S., July 8, 2024. REUTERS/Daniel Becerril

18:06

Texas televangelist Joel Osteen is roasted as Hurricane Beryl slams Houston

Megachurch pastor Joel Osteen is getting slammed for not doing enough to help as Hurricane Beryl batters Houston, despite offering to help.

Lakewood Church posted this message online Sunday as Beryl, which came on shore as a Category 1 hurricane but has now been downgraded to a tropical storm, approached Texas.

'We are praying for everyone on the Gulf Coast,' the Sunday tweet read.

'Lakewood is working with the Office of Emergency Management, and are standing by to help those impacted by the storm. Please stay safe!'

But many Houstonians still remember the church's highly criticized response to 2017's Hurricane Harvey.

'Joel Osteen when he hears another hurricane is about to hit Houston,' one user posted, including a picture of a closed door secured by at least a dozen locks.

Many other users shared similar memes of someone boarding up their door, or pretending they couldn't hear because they had head phones on.

18:02

Hazardous conditions persist over eastern Texas as parts of Houston accumulate over 11 inches of rain

The National Hurricane Center warned that life-threatening storm surge, damaging wind gusts and flooding rainfall will contine as the storm moves inland.

Parts of Houston are overflowing as heavy rain inundated the area, according to the Harris County Flood Control District.

Rainfall near Clear Creek and Dixie Farm Road reached 11.40 inches, 10.52 inches accumulated in Westbury and a total of 10.84 inches gathered off Old Katy Road.

A vehicle is stranded in high waters on a flooded highway in Houston, on Monday, July 8, 2024, after Beryl came ashore in Texas as a hurricane and dumped heavy rains along the coast. (AP Photo/Juan A. Lozano)

17:11

Over 2.6 MILLION without power as Beryl moves inland.

More than 2.6 million Texans are experiencing power outages, according to PowerOutage.us.

In Wharton County, 98.53 percent of customers counted are without power, that is 6,355 people out of 6,450.

The storm continues to move inland and police in Rosenberg are reporting worsening conditions.

'We’re working to provide updates on road conditions however power outages, down internet and intermittent phone service is making it difficult,' police said on X.

'We can tell you that the wind gusts are picking up, rain is continuing. Roadways are filled with debris.

Several intersections do not have power. Treat all intersections as a four-way stop if the traffic signal is not functioning.'

17:05

Man rescued from car trapped in floodwaters near Houston Astrodome

A man was stranded on the roof of his truck after his vehicle became inundated with floodwater near the Houston Astrodome.

Video captured by KHOU show the desperate man searching for help on southbound Highway 288 at Interstate 610 close to Holly Hall.

Firefighters used a ladder to offer the man a lifejacket and safety raft that they were able to use to pull him out of the water, reported Fox Weather.

15:58

'Mattress Mack' opens Gallery Furniture store as shelter

Texas furniture mogul Jim 'Mattress Mack' McIngvale opened his store to provide shelter for those affected by the storm.

He opened his Gallery Furniture store at 6006 North Fwy for shelter as of 8 a.m. CT on Monday.

They have hot coffee, food and chairs and sofas for people to sit on.

On Sunday the Houston legend shared he is monitoring Hurricane Beryl and will be there for the community.

'We will be here if things get worse. You remember we were here during Hurricane Harvey and Tropical Storm Imelda and during the winter freeze, we'll certainly be here for this one,' he said.

15:32

Second death confirmed in Harris County

A grandmother died after a tree fell on her home as Hurrican Beryl battered the area.

Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez confirmed the 74-year-old woman was inside her home at the 17400 block of Rustic Canyon Trail when the tree fell and struck the woman.

The 911 caller told police a tree gell through the roof of her grandmother's room. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

Photos shared by the Harris County Constable Precinct 4 show the massive tree was completely pulled out of the ground after it smashed through the house.

15:27

Multiple 'serious accidents' reported in North Harris County

Spring Fire Department said crews are dealing with downed trees, power lines, transformer fires and serious accidents.

Photos shared by the department on X show massive trees have fallen on homes and cars in North Harris County.

Firefighters are being dispatched to downed trees on or blocking access to homes.

15:21

Tornado watch issued for Arkansas, Louisiana and Texas

Over 3 million people in parts of Arkansas, Louisiana and Texas are under a tornado watch as Beryl brings gusty winds through the region.

The National Weather Service said the warning is in effect until 10 p.m CT.

Severe tornadoes are likely with isolated gusts up to 70 mph possible.

15:15

Texas coastal town torn to shreds

Hurricane Beryl destroyed the tiny town of Jamaica Beach Sunday night after the town issued a voluntary evacuation notice.

At least two houses had their roofs torn off by the storm and the business center was damaged.

Downed power lines, trees and debris litered the streets as gusts of wind and rain batter the town.

15:05

Beryl now a tropical storm

The National Weather Service has now designated Beryl a tropical storm with winds of 70 mph.

Although no longer a hurricane, the storm is still considered a dangerous threat as it moves inland.

Life-threatening storm surges are forecast through Monday afternoon along the coast of Texas from Port O’Connor to Sabine Pass, including the eastern portion of Matagorda Bay and Galveston Bay.

Damaging wind gusts near the core of Beryl will continue to spread northward and flash and urban flooding is expected today into tonight across portions of the middle and upper Texas Gulf Coast and eastern Texas.

A tree uprooted by the effects of Hurricane Beryl lies in a lawn, Monday, July 8, 2024, in Bay City, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

14:54

Where is Gov. Greg Abbot?

Lt. Governor Dan Patrick has been serving as the acting governor of Texas as Hurrican Beryl rips through the state.

Patrick issued over 120 disaster declartations ahead of the storm and warned residents that Beryl will be a 'deadly storm' for those in its path.

As Beryl moves through the state leaving millions without power, many are wondering where is Governor Greg Abbott?

The governor is on a trip to Taiwan, South Korea and Japan to 'bolster economic and cultural cooperation' between Texas and the Asain countries.

'While I am in Taiwan, South Korea & Japan working on business deals worth billions, I remain in daily contact with Texas Division of Emergency Management & local officials to ensure preparation for Hurricane Beryl,' Abbott said on X.

14:40

More than 2 MILLION Texans experiencing power outages

Over 2 million power outages have been recorded across the Lone Star State as Hurrican Beryl batters the Gulf Coast, according to PowerOutage.us.

The National Weather Service said damaging winds and flooding rainfall is expected to continue across southeast Texas and the Houston area in their 9 a.m. CT update.

Houston Hobby Airport recently reported a sustained wind of 58 mph and a gust of 84 mph.

14:12

Over 1.8 MILLION without power and nearly two entire counties blacked out

Power outages in Texas continue to rise as 1.8 million customers acorss the state are without electricy, according to PowerOutage.us.

In Wharton County, 93.4 percent of customers tracked are experiencing outages as well as 91.11 percent in Brazoria.

Energy facilities along the Gulf Coast were slowing operations and evacuating some production sites in response to Hurricane Beryl.

Power lines downed by the effects of Hurricane Beryl block a highway near Palacios, Texas, Monday, July 8, 2024. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

13:57

Six water rescues reported in Houston area

The Houston Police Department and Houston Fire Department have responded to six water rescues by 7:50 a.m. CT, according to reports.

Rescues were underway in south Houston, near Cullen and Bellfort, and along Beltway 8 near Missouri City and Stafford, reported the Houston Chronicle.

Police have advised Texans to stay weather aler and avoid roadways.

'If you cannot see the roadway through the water, do not drive through it. It only takes a few inches of water to float a vehicle,' the Houston Office of Emergency Managment said.

Debris and flood waters from Hurricane Beryl cover the main roadway in Surfside Beach, Texas, U.S., July 8, 2024.  REUTERS/Adrees Latif

13:41

One dead as Hurricane Beryl batters Texas

Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez confirmed at least one man has died after a tree fell on his home.

The 53-year-old man was reportedly riding out the storm with his family in their home in Kings River Village in Humble.

An oak tree fell on the roof and hit the rafters which fell on the man and trapped him under the debris.

His wife and children unharmed.

13:35

Extreme weather terms explained

Hurricane Beryl hit Texas as a Category 1 hurricane, but is forecast to weaken to tropical storm as it moves through the United States.

So what's the difference between a hurricane and a tropical storm? Here is a breakdown of some commonly used weather terms and their definitions according to the National Weather Service.

Hurricane or Typhoon - A warm-core tropical cyclone in which the minimum sustained surface wind is 74 mph or more. Hurricanes are spawned in the North Atlantic and central and eastern North Pacific Ocean. Typhoons develop in the northwest Pacific. They are known as cyclones in the Indian Ocean and the South Pacific.

Tropical Storm - A warm-core tropical cyclone in which the maximum sustained surface winds range from 39 to 73 mph (34 to 63 knots).

Cyclone - A storm with strong winds rotating about a moving center of low atmospheric pressure. The word is sometimes used in the United States to mean tornado and in the Indian Ocean area to mean a tropical cyclone, like a hurricane.

Storm Surge - An abnormal rise of water above the normal tide, generated by a storm.

Tropical Depression - A tropical cyclone in which the maximum sustained surface wind is 38 mph (33 knots) or less.

Tsunami - A great sea wave or seismic sea wave caused by an underwater disturbance such as an earthquake, landslide or volcano.

13:29

Video shows powerful Hurricane Beryl make landfall in Lone Star State

Beryl made landfall near the coastal town of Matagorda, Texas, Monday morning packing maximum sustained winds of 80 miles per hour.

Video shows a driver moving through the pouring rain as gusty winds shake the traffic lights and ripples of water are blown off ponds.

Texans prepared for the deadly storm by boarding up their homes, securing boats and loading up on sandbags.

13:17

Thousands of flights canceled or delay to and from Texas airports

Over 1,300 flights were canceled and another 1,000 delayed in the United States Monday morning, a majority in Texas, as Hurricane Beryl wrecks havoc on travel.

Most of the affected flights were originating or bound to George Bush Intercontinental Airport and William P. Hobby Airport in Houston, according to FlightAware.

Flights from Dallas-Fort Worth International and Dallas Love Field were also affected by the chaos.

American Airlines told CBS News that it is suspending operations at the Houston airports on Monday until about 3 p.m.ET.

'We'll evaluate conditions tomorrow to determine if it's safe to resume operations in the afternoon/evening,' American said.

13:07

New tracker map shows path of deadly storm after making landfall in Texas

A new forecast map from the National Weather Service shows Hurricane Beryl ripping through Texas, Lousiana and Arkanas.

Wind gusts reached 94 mph in Freeport, Texas and Galveston Bay measured a sustained wind of 73 mph and a gust of 82 mph as of 8 a.m. Monday.

The new forecast estimates that Beryl should move northward over the next 12 hiyrs through a break in the subtropical ridge, with the center moving through eastern Texas.

After that, the cyclone is predicted to turn northeastward with an increase in forward speed, with the cyclone accelerating across the lower Mississippi Valley and into the Ohio Valley.

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12:41

Welcome to DailyMail.com's Live Coverage of Hurricane Beryl

DailyMail.com will be providing live updates of Hurricane Beryl's movements through Texas and the Gulf Coast as it moves inland.

Beryl, which was the earliest to develop into a Category 5 hurricane in the Atlantic, has already cut a deadly and devastating path through parts of Mexico and the Caribbean, leaving at least 11 people dead and flattening entire islands.

The leathal storm officially made landfall in the United States around 4 a.m. Monday as a Category 1 hurricane, bringing heavy rainfall, storm surge and gusty winds across Texas.

Follow our coverage as we bring you the latest on the storms movement.

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