Tropical Storm Polo Forms Off Mexico
Tropical Storm Polo, which has begun showing effects off the southwestern coast of Mexico, is expected to intensify into a major hurricane by mid-week.
According to the U.S. National Hurricane Center, Tropical Storm Polo formed late Sunday off the southwestern coast of Mexico. The storm, which features maximum sustained winds of up to 65 kilometers per hour, is projected to strengthen rapidly.
Storm Location and Speed
Tropical Storm Polo was located about 435 kilometers south of Manzanillo, Mexico, and about 435 kilometers southwest of Zihuatanejo.
It was reported that the system is moving east-northeast at a speed of about 7 kilometers per hour and is expected to shift toward the east on Tuesday.
Intensification and Track Expectations
Meteorological forecasts indicate that the storm will strengthen rapidly in the coming days and reach major hurricane status by mid-week.
The system is projected to make a sharp turn toward the north and northwest on Wednesday.
Expected Rainfall and Impact Area
Due to the storm, heavy rainfall is expected to affect the Mexican states of Michoacán, Colima, and Jalisco through Thursday.
Authorities in the region have issued warnings against potential adverse weather conditions and urged residents to take precautions.
Other Tropical Systems
Also on Sunday, Tropical Storm Fay formed in the northern Atlantic Ocean, and Tropical Storm Odalys formed west of the southern tip of Baja California.
Tropical Storm Fay is located southwest of the Azores, while Odalys continues to operate far from land.