Hurricane John Strikes Mexico's Pacific Coast

Hurricane John made landfall on Mexico's southern Pacific coast as a Category 3 storm with maximum winds of 120 mph, prompting urgent evacuation orders and warnings of life-threatening conditions, including heavy flooding and mudslides. The storm intensified rapidly, catching authorities and residents off guard, and quickly weakened to a Category 2 by Tuesday morning. Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador urged citizens to seek higher ground and prioritize their safety, emphasizing that material possessions can be replaced. Significant rainfall is expected, with forecasts predicting 10 to 20 inches in some areas, which could lead to catastrophic flash flooding. Local governments have activated emergency measures, including the establishment of shelters and the suspension of classes and business activities. As the storm heads inland, it is anticipated to weaken but will continue to pose risks to affected regions.