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One Turn followed this story across 5 editions, from Pacific coast, Mexico on October 9, 2026. Newest first.
Mexico's Pacific coast, including Guerrero and the Baja California peninsula, is regularly hit by eastern Pacific hurricanes. Guerrero was badly damaged by Hurricane Otis in 2023.
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Two deaths were reported after Hurricanes Rachel and Simon made landfall in Mexico. The governors of Guerrero and Baja California, Evelyn Salgado and Marina del Pilar Ávila, confirmed the deaths.
Why it matters: Two storms striking at once stretch emergency response along Mexico's Pacific coast.
Sources: Al Jazeera · See it on the globe
Two deaths were confirmed after storms Rachel and Simon struck Mexico's Pacific coast. The governors of Guerrero and Baja California each confirmed a death in their states.
Why it matters: Twin storms hitting both southern and northwestern Mexico strain emergency response across a long stretch of coastline.
Sources: Al Jazeera · See it on the globe
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.
Sources: AP · See it on the globe
Simon grew from a tropical storm into a Category 2 and then a Category 4 Pacific hurricane with 150 mph winds. It is heading toward Mexico's Pacific coast.
Why it matters: A powerful hurricane threatens coastal communities in Mexico.
Sources: AP, AP · See it on the globe
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.
Sources: AP · See it on the globe