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Major Hurricane Simon Threatens Mexico Coast
9 Oct
Summary
- Tropical Storm Simon is forecast to become a major hurricane.
- Dangerous winds, flooding, and storm surge are expected.
- The storm threatens southwestern and west-central Mexico.
Tropical Storm Simon is projected to rapidly strengthen into a major hurricane, posing a significant threat to Mexico's Pacific coast. The storm is expected to intensify into a very dangerous Category 4 hurricane before reaching land late Saturday.
A hurricane watch has been issued for the coast, from Manzanillo to Punta Mita. Forecasters anticipate heavy rainfall, potentially causing life-threatening flooding and mudslides in mountainous areas of Michoacan, Colima, and Jalisco. Dangerous storm surge and large, destructive waves are also expected along the coast.
AccuWeather forecasts wind gusts of up to 130 mph and storm surge up to 15 feet in the hardest-hit regions. This event brings another tropical threat to areas recently impacted by Hurricane Polo. Additionally, tropical moisture from Simon could bring rain to parts of the US Southwest next week.
