Hurricane Priscilla has emerged in the Pacific Ocean, close to the southwestern coast of Mexico. The storm is currently causing heavy rain and strong winds in coastal regions.
Current Status of Hurricane Priscilla
As of now, Priscilla has maximum sustained winds reaching 75 mph (120 kph). The National Hurricane Center reports that it is situated approximately 290 miles (470 kilometers) south-southwest of Cabo Corrientes. The storm is moving north-northwest at a speed of 3 mph (6 kph).
Residents in coastal southwestern Mexico are advised to prepare for heavy rainfall and potential flash flooding. The storm is generating swells that have already begun affecting parts of the coastline. These conditions are anticipated to reach western-central Mexico and southern Baja California by Monday.
Potential Impacts and Warnings
The National Hurricane Center has issued a tropical storm watch for specific areas along the southwestern coast of Mexico. These conditions could intensify in the coming days.
- Maximum Sustained Winds: 75 mph (120 kph)
- Current Location: 290 miles south-southwest of Cabo Corrientes
- Movement: North-northwest at 3 mph (6 kph)
- Tropical Storm Watch: Parts of the southwestern coast
- Expected Rainfall: Up to 6 inches (15 centimeters)
Additionally, the storm is likely to create hazardous surf and rip currents along the coast. Conditions could pose life-threatening risks for swimmers and beachgoers.
Related Storm Activity
Another storm, named Octave, has developed concurrently, becoming a hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 80 mph. However, it is located far from land, with no immediate threat of landfall. Octave is positioned about 1,025 miles (1,650 kilometers) west-southwest of the southern tip of Baja California, moving northeast at 3 mph (6 kph).
As the situation develops, residents are encouraged to stay informed through updates from the National Hurricane Center and local weather services. The forecast indicates that Priscilla will continue to move parallel to the coast in the upcoming days.
