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Category 4 Hurricane Simon Approaches Mexican Coast; Isaias Hits Florida
NRKLO·MX · US·about 5 hours ago
Hurricane Simón has rapidly intensified to Category 4 with 220 km/h winds, approaching the Mexican states of Jalisco and Colima. The storm's rapid strengthening and landfall trajectory pose significant risk to coastal communities and infrastructure. Uncertainty remains on exact landfall timing and potential inland impacts.
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Hurricane Isaias made landfall on the US Gulf Coast as a Category 2 storm, impacting Alabama and the Florida Panhandle with high winds, heavy rain, and storm surges. The storm has caused significant power outages across the US Southeast, affecting over 840,000 customers. The full extent of damage and recovery timelines remain uncertain.