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WorldHurricane Simon strengthens to Category 4 near western Mexico

Hurricane Simon has strengthened to Category 4 as it approaches Mexico’s west coast, with landfall expected late Saturday or early Sunday. The US National Hurricane Center said it could intensify further, with winds of 240 kph. Heavy rain has already caused flooding in Acapulco; Puerto Vallarta residents are preparing, and authorities said shelters would be ordered from 5 p.m.

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CCGTN★★★★☆2026-10-11 01:00Original

Hurricane Simon strengthens to Category 4 near western Mexico
Hurricane Simon strengthens to Category 4 near western MexicoWorld