{
  "id": 14155787,
  "title": "Hurricane Simon weakens to Category 2 as it continues to lash Mexico’s Pacific coast",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/hurricane-simon-weakens-to-category-2-as-it-continues-to-lash-mexicos",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-13T08:29:36.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Egypt Independent",
    "slug": "egypt-independent",
    "url": "https://www.egyptindependent.com/hurricane-simon-weakens-to-category-2-as-it-continues-to-lash-mexicos-pacific-coast/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Hurricane Simon downgraded to a Category 2 storm on Monday, with sustained winds of 105 mph, as it continues to impact Mexico's west coast, according to the US National Hurricane Center. The system is expected to make landfall with near 100 mph winds on Thursday, although the exact timing and location could change due to forecast complexities. The hurricane has brought heavy rainfall and strong winds to the southwestern Guerrero state, resulting in the death of an elderly individual, as reported by Mexico’s national Civil Protection coordinator during a news conference with President Claudia Sheinbaum. Sheinbaum stated that minor damage occurred in the affected areas, with potential greater damage in Guerrero and some impact in Colima, as well as intensified effects in Baja California due to Tropical Storm Rachel.\n\nJalisco's coast, including the popular resort city Puerto Vallarta, faced heavy rain and strong winds on Monday due to Hurricane Simon. The international airport in Puerto Vallarta suspended operations and remained closed until 8 a.m. local time on Tuesday. Civil Protection Agency (CNPC) coordinator Laura Velázquez Alzúa mentioned that despite the hurricane not yet making landfall, its effects, such as strong winds, high waves, and storm surge, particularly along the northern coast of Jalisco, would persist through Monday. However, rainfall was expected to decrease during the day, according to the head of Mexico's National Meteorological Service, Fabián Vázquez Romaña.\n\nSimon's winds and rain were projected to extend to the coastal regions of Nayarit state on Monday and parts of Sinaloa state on Tuesday. By Tuesday afternoon, the hurricane was anticipated to turn northeast and progress towards southern Sinaloa. By this time, the Nayarit coast may experience an inch or two of rain, while the state's islands could encounter over 12 inches as Simon approaches on Monday night into early Tuesday. Rainfall totals ranging from 4 to 8 inches were expected along parts of Sinaloa's coast, with certain areas potentially receiving more than 12 inches as the storm approaches on Thursday. These regions may face dangerous flash flooding and life-threatening landslides, particularly at higher elevations. Coastal areas would be hit by the hurricane's most intense winds, which could topple trees and power lines.\n\nPresident Sheinbaum had previously urged residents in Jalisco, Colima, Michoacán, and Nayarit to remain in shelter until an official announcement that the danger had passed. Nonessential activities were suspended, and precautionary evacuations were ongoing. Federal authorities were working to restore power in certain areas, including Acapulco, a coastal city in Guerrero state that was devastated three years ago by Hurricane Otis.",
  "summary": "Hurricane Simon weakened to a Category 2 storm on Monday with sustained winds of 105 mph as it moves off Mexico’s west coast, according to the US National Hurricane Center. The storm will likely pack near 100 mph winds as it makes landfall sometime Thursday, though the exact location and timing could change because of … The post Hurricane Simon weakens to Category 2 as it continues to lash…",
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    "Hurricane Simon downgraded to Category 2 with 105 mph winds",
    "Heavy rainfall and strong winds cause death in Guerrero state",
    "Jalisco's Puerto Vallarta airport closed due to storm effects"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}