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Mexican Navy Rescues Fishermen Adrift for Five Days in Portable Cooler

Mexican Navy Rescues Fishermen Adrift for Five Days in Portable Cooler

The Mexican Navy successfully rescued two fishermen who had been adrift for five days in a portable cooler approximately 100 miles (160 kilometers) off the coast of Chiapas, Mexico. The rescue operation commenced on August 14 after a fishing cooperative reported losing contact with the two men, aged 53 and 32. The Mexican Navy conducted an extensive search by sea and air across a vast area of the Pacific Ocean. They eventually located the fishermen floating in a large turquoise fishing cooler. A video released by the navy shows the cooler bobbing in the ocean as rescue teams approached, and the men were subsequently hoisted to safety aboard a ship. Both fishermen were transported by helicopter to port, where they received medical attention before being reunited with their families. The Mexican Navy did not disclose the identities of the rescued men, nor did they specify how their vessel became disabled. The fishermen reported that they had no food or water during their five days at sea. One of the rescued ...

Tropical Storm Moke forms on track to bring heavy rain and winds to Hawaii

Tropical Storm Moke forms on track to bring heavy rain and winds to Hawaii

The National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Moke has formed in the Pacific Ocean

Hawaii Monitors Tropical Threat as Storm Development Likely

Hawaii Monitors Tropical Threat as Storm Development Likely

The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has issued an alert for Hawaii as a tropical disturbance in the Pacific Ocean shows a 90% chance of developing into a tropical depression within the next 48 hours (as of August 19, 2026). This system, located east-southeast of the Hawaiian Islands, could bring tropical moisture and rain to the region, with some forecast models suggesting a potential impact on the Big Island. The storm, if named, will be called Moke. Meanwhile, another disturbance farther east in the Pacific has an 80% chance of development over the next seven days. The ongoing El Niño phenomenon, characterized by warming sea surface temperatures, is contributing to an active tropical storm season. Hawaii is still recovering from Hurricane Lala, which caused significant damage and flooding earlier this season.

Tropical Storm Moke forms; over a foot of rain in forecast

Tropical Storm Moke forms; over a foot of rain in forecast

Tropical Storm Moke has formed in the vast Pacific Ocean, a system that could again threaten Hawaii with over a foot of rain.

Hurricane Lala Intensifies in the Pacific with Winds of 100 KT

Hurricane Lala Intensifies in the Pacific with Winds of 100 KT

Hurricane Lala, currently located near 22.8N 171.6W, is intensifying in the Pacific Ocean. As of 0300 UTC on August 20, 2026, the storm is moving northwest at 9 knots with maximum sustained winds of 100 knots (115 mph or 185 km/h) and gusts reaching 120 knots (138 mph or 222 km/h). Tropical storm-force winds extend up to 120 nautical miles in the northeast quadrant and 110 nautical miles in the northwest quadrant. Seas in the vicinity of the hurricane are reported to reach up to 10 meters (32.8 feet). The Ocean Prediction Center has issued a Hurricane Warning for the affected areas, with forecasts indicating continued strengthening over the next 24 to 48 hours.

New Hurricane Threats Emerge in Pacific Amid Hawaii's Recovery from Lala

New Hurricane Threats Emerge in Pacific Amid Hawaii's Recovery from Lala

The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is monitoring two new tropical disturbances in the Pacific Ocean, just days after Hurricane Lala caused significant damage in Hawaii. One system is expected to develop south-southwest of Mexico later this week, with an 80% chance of formation over the next seven days. The second system, located east-southeast of Hawaii, has a 50% chance of development within 48 hours and an 80% chance over the next week. Meanwhile, Hawaii continues to recover from Hurricane Lala, which brought historic rainfall, flooding, and power outages to the islands. Governor Josh Green highlighted the extensive damage in communities like Naalehu, Pahala, and Waiohinu, emphasizing the need for ongoing support.

Hurricane forecasters monitor new Pacific systems amid El Niño conditions

Hurricane forecasters monitor new Pacific systems amid El Niño conditions

Meteorologists are closely monitoring two potential tropical systems in the Pacific Ocean as Hawaii recovers from the historic rainfall brought by Tropical Cyclone Lala. According to the National Hurricane Center (NHC), a broad area of low pressure is expected to form southeast of the Hawaiian Islands later this week, with a 60% chance of developing into a tropical depression within seven days. A second system farther east has an even higher likelihood of formation, estimated at 80% over the same period. These developments come as El Niño conditions continue to fuel storm activity in the region. Lala's rainfall totals reached 43.55 inches in some areas, making it one of the wettest tropical cyclones on record for Hawaii and the U.S. (USA Today, Aug. 18, 2026).

US to send hospital ship to Peru as El Nino threat looms

US to send hospital ship to Peru as El Nino threat looms

The United States plans to send a military hospital ship to Peru’s Pacific coast next year to help with the effects of El Nino

Forecasters warn another tropical system could be brewing southeast of Hawaii after Lala left 2 dead

Forecasters warn another tropical system could be brewing southeast of Hawaii after Lala left 2 dead

After Lala was blamed for two deaths in Hawaii, forecasters are warning of the likelihood of another tropical system forming that could approach the islands by the weekend

Hurricane forecasters put Hawaii on alert as tropical storm brews

Hurricane forecasters put Hawaii on alert as tropical storm brews

While most computer forecast models keep the storm south of Hawaii, the Honolulu weather service office is warning of possible impacts.

Pacific Hurricane Activity Intensifies Amid Warm Ocean Waters

Pacific Hurricane Activity Intensifies Amid Warm Ocean Waters

The Pacific Ocean is experiencing heightened hurricane activity due to unusually warm waters stretching from Hawaii to Mexico and south to the equator, influenced by a strengthening El Niño. Hurricane Lala has regained strength but is expected to move north into the open Pacific. Meanwhile, a disturbance in the orange area has a medium chance of developing into a tropical depression or storm, potentially bringing a moisture surge to Hawaii over the weekend or early next week. Another system offshore of Mexico has a high chance of forming into a tropical depression or storm, with long-range forecasts suggesting it could develop into a strong hurricane and track westward, away from the Mexican coast. Hawaii remains at risk this hurricane season due to its location amidst vast warm waters, which provide extra energy for storm development (Fox Weather, Aug. 18, 2026).

Jet Skier Missing Off Long Beach Found Alive After 12-Hour Search

Jet Skier Missing Off Long Beach Found Alive After 12-Hour Search

A 53-year-old man, Paul Anthony Carbullido Jr., who went missing while jet skiing off Long Beach, California, was found alive after a 12-hour search. The incident began around 10 p.m. on Sunday when the Long Beach Fire Department received 911 calls reporting two jet skiers had fallen into the water and were unable to get back onto their jet skis. A coordinated search effort was launched involving the U.S. Coast Guard and Long Beach Police Department. Around 10:19 p.m., a good Samaritan rescued a woman who had swum for an hour to find help. The two jet skis were located around 1:45 a.m. Monday, but Carbullido Jr. was not with them. He was eventually spotted by a Coast Guard helicopter at 10:48 a.m., floating in a green life jacket approximately 3 miles offshore from the Seal Beach Pier. A rescue swimmer was deployed, and he was airlifted to shore in stable condition, though showing signs of hypothermia.