Hurricane Polo: Mexico’s Baja California braces for life-threatening floods
As swirling clouds and strong winds marked the region, the national coordinator of Mexico’s Civil Protection Agency reported that Polo would make landfall later in the afternoon.
On the northern Pacific coast of Mexico, residents are preparing for the impending arrival of Hurricane Polo, a category three storm with maximum sustained winds near 115 mph. Forecasted to make landfall on Monday or early Tuesday, the powerful storm is expected to impact the region of Baja California Sur, a popular tourist destination known for the resort town of Los Cabos.
Meteorologists from the US-based National Hurricane Center have issued warnings about the potential for heavy rainfall, which could result in life-threatening flooding and mudslides, particularly in areas with steep terrain.
In response to the impending storm, residents have been seen stocking up on essential supplies such as drinking water and non-perishable food. Authorities in Cabo San Lucas, home to the famed natural rock arch, have restricted access to the beaches, and several restaurants in the area have closed their doors. The regional government of Baja California Sur has ordered schools to remain closed on Monday as a precautionary measure.
Governor Víctor Manuel Castro Cosío has arranged for temporary shelters to be made available to residents in the event of an evacuation.
The federal authorities have deployed a significant number of personnel, including members of the navy and the army, along with specialized equipment, to assist with response efforts should the need arise. Meteorologists attribute the storm's strength to warm waters fueled by the El Niño climate phenomenon. As the hurricane slowly approaches Mexico's coastline, authorities remain vigilant, ready to take action to protect lives and property.
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