Foreign Office warns UK tourists 'it's life threatening' and 'we can't ensure your safety'

The Foreign Office has warned UK tourists flying to the Caribbean for holidays "it's life threatening". The Foreign and Commonwealth Office is urging Britons to follow the advice of local authorities as the summer getaway continues throughout July.

Hurricane Beryl, the latest storm approaching the southeast Caribbean, has been described as "extremely dangerous" with warnings and alerts issued in Barbados, St. Lucia, Grenada, Tobago and St. Vincent and the Grenadines amid the weather shift.

"Weather projections forecast a major hurricane to hit the region possibly as early as Sunday 30 June and into the following week," the Foreign Office warned. "You should monitor local and international weather updates from the US National Hurricane Center and follow the advice of local authorities, including any evacuation orders."

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The National Hurricane Center in Miami warned that the "forecast [is expected] to bring life-threatening winds and storm surge". The FCDO said: "Once the event has happened, you should be aware of possible risks relating to damaged buildings or other infrastructure. Be aware that events in places away from where you are can still cause disruption, such as through loss of power, communications or transport services."

"The Foreign and Commonwealth Office's ability to help British nationals may be limited (perhaps severely) in these circumstances," the FCO added. "We cannot ensure your safety and security in another country. The relevant authorities in the country or territory you are in are responsible for your safety and security."

Speaking from his residence in SVG on Monday, Ralph Gonsalves described the unfolding catastrophe as the “monster” storm ripped off rooftops, including that of the 204-year-old St George’s Anglican cathedral in the country’s capital, Kingstown.

“We have no electricity, and while I am talking to you, the rain is beating on the official prime minister’s residence, and the winds are howling. And it’s going to get much worse,” he said. “The coming hours are going to be horrendous.”