Hurricane Simon strengthens to Category 4 near Mexico
Hurricane Simon intensified into a powerful Category 4 storm off Mexico’s Pacific coast on Saturday, threatening destructive winds, coastal flooding and dangerous rainfall. The storm could bring life-threatening conditions as it approaches land late Saturday or early Sunday. The US National Hurricane Center (NHC) urged residents to complete preparations and protect lives and property. On […]
Category 4 Hurricane Simon is approaching Mexico’s Pacific coast, posing a significant threat with its powerful winds, storm surges, and potential for deadly flooding. The storm is expected to bring destructive winds up to 155mph (250km/h) and rainfall ranging from 10 to 20 inches, with isolated amounts possibly reaching 30 inches in certain areas.
Authorities are urging residents to complete their preparations, as evacuation and emergency measures are being accelerated. The hurricane is moving northward at a pace of around 5mph and is projected to make landfall on Sunday, potentially causing catastrophic damage to communities along the coast.
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