Mexican coastal regions prepare for Hurricane Erick, now nearing Category 3 status, prompting urgent safety measures.
**Hurricane Erick Strengthens as It Approaches Mexico's Southern Coast**
**Hurricane Erick Strengthens as It Approaches Mexico's Southern Coast**
Authorities advise residents to seek shelter as Hurricane Erick intensifies.
Three southern states in Mexico—Chiapas, Guerrero, and Oaxaca—are bracing for the impending impact of Hurricane Erick, which has escalated to a likely Category 3 storm. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum emphasized the importance of preparation and urged citizens to stay informed through official channels. “We’re advising the public to remain indoors. For those in flood-prone areas, shelters are available,” she stated during a press briefing.
The Mexican government has implemented emergency protocols in anticipation of the storm's potential to strengthen before landfall. Over 2,000 temporary shelters are prepared for immediate use, with a focus on areas expected to be directly affected, particularly around the borders of Oaxaca and Guerrero. Public safety is a priority, and authorities have underscored the seriousness of the situation, advising against complacency.
Erick, classified as a Category 2 storm at present, is expected to deliver damaging winds capable of uprooting trees, lifting objects, and causing significant structural damage. The weather service has alerted residents to the risk of flash flooding due to heavy rainfall. Monitoring of local water systems, such as dam levels and rivers, is ongoing to ensure public safety is maintained.
The most severe effects of the storm are anticipated between Puerto Ángel (Oaxaca) and Punta Maldonado (Guerrero). However, hurricane conditions can be felt much wider, affecting popular tourist locations like Bahías de Huatulco and Acapulco.
This latest storm comes in the wake of devastating impacts from Hurricane Otis in 2023, which wrought havoc on Acapulco, resulting in numerous casualties and widespread destruction. As of now, Hurricane Erick marks the fifth named storm in the Eastern Pacific for this hurricane season, which persists until November 30.
The Mexican government has implemented emergency protocols in anticipation of the storm's potential to strengthen before landfall. Over 2,000 temporary shelters are prepared for immediate use, with a focus on areas expected to be directly affected, particularly around the borders of Oaxaca and Guerrero. Public safety is a priority, and authorities have underscored the seriousness of the situation, advising against complacency.
Erick, classified as a Category 2 storm at present, is expected to deliver damaging winds capable of uprooting trees, lifting objects, and causing significant structural damage. The weather service has alerted residents to the risk of flash flooding due to heavy rainfall. Monitoring of local water systems, such as dam levels and rivers, is ongoing to ensure public safety is maintained.
The most severe effects of the storm are anticipated between Puerto Ángel (Oaxaca) and Punta Maldonado (Guerrero). However, hurricane conditions can be felt much wider, affecting popular tourist locations like Bahías de Huatulco and Acapulco.
This latest storm comes in the wake of devastating impacts from Hurricane Otis in 2023, which wrought havoc on Acapulco, resulting in numerous casualties and widespread destruction. As of now, Hurricane Erick marks the fifth named storm in the Eastern Pacific for this hurricane season, which persists until November 30.
