The landfall of Hurricane Norma on Mexico’s Baja California Peninsula and Hurricane Tammy’s impact on the Caribbean islands. These events serve as a reminder of the increasing frequency and intensity of hurricanes in our changing climate.
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On a Saturday afternoon, Hurricane Norma made landfall near the popular resort destination of Los Cabos at the southern tip of Mexico’s Baja California Peninsula.
The storm’s intensity at the time of landfall was classified as a Category 1 hurricane, with maximum sustained winds of 80 mph.
This marked a downgrade from Hurricane Norma’s previous Category 4 status just days earlier. The storm brought torrential rains, strong winds, and the threat of storm surges, posing a considerable risk to both the local population and tourists.
The effect of Hurricane Norma was felt across Baja California Sur, as the storm slowly traversed the region. The threat of severe flooding, landslides, and urban flooding prompted authorities to take precautionary measures.
Even as the hurricane weakened and was reclassified as a tropical storm, the danger of heavy rainfall remained, with the potential for 18 inches of rain in some areas.
What was concerning about Hurricane Norma was its slow and languid pace. The storm’s sluggish movement increased the likelihood of severe flooding and added to the challenges faced by local authorities and residents.
The region of Baja California Sur, typically characterized by dry conditions, became a focal point for emergency management.
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Hurricane Norma’s arrival, businesses in Cabo San Lucas took measures to protect their properties by nailing plywood over windows.
Government personnel played an active role in warning residents about the dangers of attempting to cross gullies and stream beds during the storm.
Evacuation efforts were put into motion to move people to shelters, with around 1,700 individuals seeking refuge in the available facilities.
Despite initial reports of downed trees and power poles, there were no immediate reports of injuries or casualties. The Mexican government played a vital role in preparing for and responding to Hurricane Norma.
President Andrés Manuel López Obrador provided updates on the storm’s impact, and government agencies, including the military and marines, were mobilized to assist with storm preparations.
Efforts to clear coastal areas and prepare for damages were coordinated efficiently. Los Cabos, a region heavily reliant on tourism, faced unique challenges during Hurricane Norma.
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With many hotels catering to foreign tourists, the storm’s approach raised concerns about the safety of visitors and damage to the infrastructure.
While hotels remained at about three-quarters of their usual occupancy, tourists showed resilience by not making a mass exodus from the area.
As Hurricane Norma passed over the region, its effects continued to be felt, with authorities advising people to stay indoors and reports of families still in shelters.
The clean-up process began in earnest, with local residents and authorities working together to address the aftermath of the storm.
In the Atlantic, another hurricane was making headlines. Hurricane Tammy, with maximum sustained winds of 85 mph, made landfall on the Caribbean island of Barbuda.
The storm’s threatened several islands, including Antigua, Anguilla, St. Martin, and St. Barthelmy. This was the second hurricane to affect the Caribbean in a short span of time, following closely on the heels of Tropical Storm Phillippe, which brought heavy rains and power outages to the region.
Hurricane Tammy’s Category 1 status at the time of landfall raised concerns about the potential for damage.
While the hurricane was moving north-northwest at a speed of 10 mph, the slow-moving system was forecasted to bring up to 12 inches of rain to the twin island nation of Antigua and Barbuda.
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