The US National Hurricane Center (NHC) has issued an emergency warning for Tropical Storm John, which is posing a serious threat to the southern coast of Mexico in the coming days.
According to the NHC, at 6:00 a.m. on September 24 (local time), the center of Hurricane John was determined to be at 17.7 degrees North latitude and 100.3 degrees West longitude, about 100 km north-northwest of Acapulco, Mexico.
The storm is moving northwest at about 13 km/h. It is expected to turn slowly westward over the next few days.
Currently, sustained winds are at 85 km/h, with tropical storm force winds extending as far as 75 km from the center. However, the storm is forecast to weaken rapidly and potentially become a tropical depression later today.
In light of the situation, a tropical storm warning has been issued for the area from Punta Maldonado to Zihuatanejo, Mexico.
The NHC also warned of dangerous weather conditions that the storm could bring. Heavy rains are expected to reach 150-300mm, with some areas receiving up to 750mm of rain between now and Thursday in parts of Oaxaca and southeastern Guerrero. This could cause flash floods and landslides, posing a threat to life and property.
Tropical storm conditions are ongoing and will continue for the next several hours. Winds may be up to 30% stronger in mountainous areas.
Hurricane John could also bring large waves that will affect the southern coast of Mexico for at least another day, creating the risk of large waves and dangerous rip currents.
In the face of dangerous and complex weather conditions, tourists planning to travel should constantly update weather information from official sources and local meteorological agencies.
If you are planning to travel to affected areas such as Acapulco, Zihuatanejo, Mexico, or surrounding areas, consider postponing or canceling your trip.
If you are in an affected area and cannot evacuate during the storm, you should strictly follow instructions from local authorities.
Please do not participate in swimming, surfing or other water activities, quickly leave the coastal area and areas at risk of flooding.
Be prepared for emergencies by packing an emergency kit that includes water, non-perishable food, flashlight, battery-powered radio, and other essentials.
Save the contact information of your country's embassy or consulate for assistance when needed.
The weather situation is complicated, people and tourists need to be extremely vigilant and pay attention to the latest announcements from authorities to ensure their safety and have a complete travel experience.
