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Simon strengthens into category 2 hurricane in the Pacific
Hurricane Simon intensified to category 2 strength in the eastern Pacific off Mexico. It adds to an active period of storms on both sides of North America.
Why it matters
Strengthening Pacific hurricanes pose risks to Mexico's coastal towns and shipping lanes.
Background
Mexico's Pacific coast is exposed to hurricanes each season. Storms forming there can strengthen quickly over warm waters.
The story so far
- Simon strengthens into category 2 hurricane in the Pacific
- Hurricane Simon intensifies to Category 4 near Mexico
- Hurricane Simon intensifies to Category 4 near Mexico
- Hurricanes Rachel and Simon kill two on Mexico's coasts
- Two dead as Hurricanes Rachel and Simon strike Mexico's coasts
Sources
- AP ↗October 9, 2026
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