Hurricane Simon Forecast to Become Dangerous Major Hurricane, Approaches Mexico's Pacific Coast

Hurricane Simon, currently a Category 1 storm with 75 mph sustained winds, is forecast to intensify rapidly into a dangerous major hurricane (Category 4) as it approaches Mexico's Pacific coast this weekend. A Hurricane Warning is in effect for Punta San Telmo to Punta Mita, with a Tropical Storm Watch extending to Lazaro Cardenas. Torrential rainfall of 8 to 15 inches, with isolated amounts up to 25 inches, is expected, which could lead to significant flooding and mudslides. Life-threatening surf and rip current conditions are also anticipated.