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Hurricane Simon intensifies to Category 4 near Mexico
Simon strengthened from a tropical storm into a Category 4 Pacific hurricane with winds of 150 mph (240 kph) as it moved toward Mexico's coast.
Why it matters
A major hurricane approaching Mexico's Pacific coast threatens coastal communities with destructive winds and flooding.
Background
The eastern Pacific hurricane season often produces powerful storms that strike Mexico's western coast. Rapid intensification has made several recent storms especially dangerous.
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 10, 2026
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