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Nervous time in Los Cabos as powerful Hurricane Polo begins approach

Nervous time in Los Cabos as powerful Hurricane Polo begins approach

"The sheer size of Polo guarantees that Cabo will experience significant and dangerous coastal impacts."

Hurricane Polo packing 'catastrophic' winds as it barrels toward Baja

Hurricane Polo packing 'catastrophic' winds as it barrels toward Baja

"Interests in Baja California Sur should closely monitor the progress of this system."

Hurricanes Polo and Nolo threaten Mexico and Hawaii: Live updates

Hurricanes Polo and Nolo threaten Mexico and Hawaii: Live updates

Polo is expected to make landfall in Mexico, while forecasters predict Nolo will reach major hurricane status as it reaches Hawaii.

Heavy rains hit Mexico as Hurricane Polo tracks offshore, expected to make landfall on Sunday night

Heavy rains hit Mexico as Hurricane Polo tracks offshore, expected to make landfall on Sunday night

By Paolo Laudani Sept 24 (Reuters) - Heavy surf and rain lashed southwestern Mexico as "extremely powerful" Hurricane Polo crawls northwest offshore the mainland, the US National Hurricane Center (NHC) said in a bulletin on Thursday.

Pacific hurricanes take aim at Hawaii and Mexico

Pacific hurricanes take aim at Hawaii and Mexico

Hawaii is bracing for heavy rain and wind from Hurricane Nolo and Mexico is preparing for a hit from Hurricane Polo.

It's been an intense hurricane season in the Pacific and there's still a long way to go

It's been an intense hurricane season in the Pacific and there's still a long way to go

The hurricane season in the Pacific Ocean already has been very active, thanks to the El Nino weather phenomenon

Hurricane Polo and Odalys Bring Swells to Baja California

Hurricane Polo and Odalys Bring Swells to Baja California

The Pacific hurricane season remains highly active, with Hurricane Polo and Hurricane Odalys currently churning in the region. Hurricane Polo, which briefly reached Category 5 strength, is now a Category 4 storm tracking parallel to Mexico's coastline. It is expected to pass dangerously close to Baja California without making landfall. Meanwhile, Hurricane Odalys, a Category 1 storm, is moving westward over the Pacific and is not expected to impact land. Tropical Storm Nolo is also developing south of Hawaii and is forecast to strengthen into a Category 3 hurricane later this week.

Soon-to-be Hurricane Nolo to threaten Hawaii with 'catastrophic' floods

Soon-to-be Hurricane Nolo to threaten Hawaii with 'catastrophic' floods

An approaching system is raising concern in Hawaii for a "catastrophic" threat from yet another tropical cyclone, for the third time this year.

Nolo Could Become Major Hurricane Near Hawaii

Nolo Could Become Major Hurricane Near Hawaii

Tropical Storm Nolo is strengthening in the Pacific and could become a major hurricane by Saturday as it makes its closest approach to Hawaii. A Hurricane Watch is in effect for the Big Island, while Flood Watches cover several other islands. Heavy rain could bring 8 to 12 inches, with 19 to 24 inches possible on the Big Island’s eastern side and localized totals above 30 inches. Winds could exceed 70 mph, while forecasters warn of dangerous flooding and mudslides. Direct landfall remains uncertain, but a major hurricane this close to Hawaii would be extremely rare.

Tropical Storm Nolo Threatens Hawaii as Major Hurricane

Tropical Storm Nolo Threatens Hawaii as Major Hurricane

Tropical Storm Nolo, currently located about 300 miles southeast of Hawaii's Big Island, is intensifying as it moves through favorable environmental conditions in the Pacific. The storm is expected to strengthen into a major hurricane by Saturday morning, potentially making a rare direct landfall in Hawaii. A Hurricane Watch has been issued for the Big Island, and heavy rainfall is anticipated to begin Thursday, continuing through the weekend. Rainfall totals could range from 8 to 12 inches across much of the island, with localized areas on the eastern side potentially receiving up to 30 inches. The storm is also expected to bring powerful wind gusts exceeding 70 mph, posing a significant threat to the region.

Hurricane Polo and Tropical Storm Nolo Threaten Hawaii

Hurricane Polo and Tropical Storm Nolo Threaten Hawaii

The Pacific hurricane season, supercharged by a strong El Niño, continues to intensify with Hurricane Polo and Tropical Storm Nolo posing significant threats. Hurricane Polo, which rapidly intensified into a Category 5 storm earlier this week, is now a Category 4 hurricane off Mexico's coast. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Nolo has formed south of Hawaii and is expected to strengthen into a Category 3 hurricane by the weekend. Hawaii is bracing for its third hurricane threat this season, with Nolo forecasted to pass close to the Big Island, bringing heavy rain, damaging winds, and dangerous surf. This season has already seen 19 named storms, including three Category 5 hurricanes, far exceeding the typical activity in the Pacific.

Offshore Hurricane Polo sends rain into Mexico's coast as Nolo nears Hawaii

Offshore Hurricane Polo sends rain into Mexico's coast as Nolo nears Hawaii

Powerful Hurricane Polo is sending bands of heavy rain across Mexico’s Pacific coast as Tropical Storm Nolo approaches Hawaii with the potential for catastrophic flooding