Pacific Hurricanes Polo and Nolo Threaten Mexico and Hawaii
The latest in this situation
- A study found that the combination of climate change and El Niño is intensifying Hurricane Polo.
- Nolo moves away from Big Island; Polo targets Baja California Sur.
- Multiple weather systems are currently active: Tropical Depression Fay near the Azores, Hurricane Polo approaching Baja California Sur, and Hurricane Nolo near Big Island.
- Hurricane Polo could bring flash flooding to Arizona.
- Polo causes flooding/landslides in Mexico; Nolo strengthens near Big Island.
How it started
What happened
El Niño is driving increased tropical cyclone activity in the Pacific, with Hurricane Polo approaching Baja California Sur and mainland Mexico. Polo is an extremely dangerous Category 5 storm, and heavy rainfall is expected to cause life-threatening flooding and mudslides in Mexico. Separately, Hurricane Nolo is moving toward the Big Island of Hawaii, where heavy rain and catastrophic flooding are possible.
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Why it matters
The intense storm activity poses severe risks of flooding and landslides across Mexico and Hawaii. The weather phenomenon El Niño is noted for fueling this increased tropical cyclone activity in the Pacific.
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Who's involved
- El NiñoThe climate pattern driving increased tropical cyclone activity in the Pacific
- HawaiiThe state of Hawaii, which is bracing for heavy rain and potential flooding from Hurricane Nolo
- Baja CaliforniaBaja California, which is preparing for the landfall of Hurricane Polo
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- HawaiiSpeculative
Hawaii might face increased insurance costs due to the risk of catastrophic flooding and landslides from approaching major hurricanes.
Possible ripples
Who this could reach next, traced step by step from the reporting. Possibilities worth considering, not forecasts.How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- A study found that the combination of climate change and El Niño is intensifying Hurricane Polo.Sub-event
- Multiple weather systems are currently active: Tropical Depression Fay near the Azores, Hurricane Polo approaching Baja California Sur, and Hurricane Nolo near Big Island.Sub-event
- Hurricane Polo could bring flash flooding to Arizona.Sub-event
Polo causes flooding/landslides in Mexico; Nolo strengthens near Big Island.1 source
El Niño is driving Pacific cyclone activity, impacting Mexico and Hawaii.1 source
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The entities involved
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El Niño
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Big Island
island in Unorganized Division No. 1, Manitoba, Canada (lat 49.92, lon -95.64)
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Related events
- Forecasters are monitoring cyclone formation offshore Mexico, noting warm El Niño waters may lead to an above-normal tropical season.
- El Niño is currently affecting rainfall and wind patterns across the Pacific Islands.
- El Niño is increasing cyclone numbers in the Pacific Islands, prompting collaboration between NZ and Australia on outlooks.
- El Niño is causing changes in conditions across the Pacific and Atlantic, impacting the maritime industry.
- Fast-strengthening El Niño is reported in Costa Rica.