Hurricane Polo makes landfall in Baja California with forecast of 'life-threatening' winds
Polo made landfall in Baja California as forecasters warned of damaging winds and flooding.
TL;DR
- The Associated Press reports Hurricane Polo made landfall in Baja California on Tuesday.
- The storm was forecast to bring life-threatening winds and flash flooding, according to AP.
- BBC also reported the landfall, while earlier Guardian coverage tracked Polo’s approach to Mexico.
AP reports Polo came ashore in Baja California Sur as a Category 2 hurricane, citing the U.S. National Hurricane Center. [1]
The forecast cited by AP warned of flash flooding and life-threatening winds. BBC reported the landfall as well; the earlier Guardian report covered the storm’s approach. [1] [2] [3]
Why it matters
The landfall is a regional emergency signal for the Baja California peninsula and nearby coastal communities.
Editor's note
Storm category and forecast details are time-sensitive; this report reflects the cited landfall coverage.