Tropical Storm Simon Causes Widespread Damage in Baja California and Guerrero
Steady: 2 developments in the last 24 hours, 2 in the last 7 days
Updated 9 hours ago
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How it started
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What happened
Hurricane Simon caused widespread damage across the Pacific coast of Mexico, weakening to a Category 2 storm. Authorities reported two deaths in Mexico following the extreme tropical weather. In Guerrero, a 71-year-old man died in Chilpancingo after a wall collapsed, according to Governor Evelyn Salgado. In Baja California, a young girl died and at least 10 people were reported missing after tropical storm Rachel, according to Governor Marina del Pilar.
Why it matters
The storm downed trees and electricity poles, blocked roads, and flooded homes in coastal towns. This damage includes the major seaport of Acapulco, which could disrupt regional trade and logistics operations.
Who's involved
- Baja CaliforniaState affected by damage and missing persons reports from tropical storm Rachel
- GuerreroState affected by the storm, reporting a death in Chilpancingo
Possible ripples
Who this could reach next, traced step by step from the reporting. Possibilities worth considering, not forecasts.- Tropical weather damage may disrupt Tijuana's infrastructureTropical weather damage may disrupt Tijuana's infrastructure and local commercePossible
- Tropical weather may challenge DHS operations in GuerreroTropical weather could severely challenge DHS's border security operations in GuerreroPossible
- Tropical storm damage may disrupt Mexicali's commerce hubTropical storm damage may disrupt supply chains in MexicaliPossible
- Tropical weather may disrupt Sinaloa Cartel's smuggling routes in Baja CaliforniaTropical weather may disrupt Sinaloa Cartel's smuggling routes in Baja CaliforniaPossible
- Tropical weather damage may require Marina del Pilar to coordinate relief effortsMarina del Pilar may need to coordinate relief efforts following tropical storm damagePossible
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Governor deployed 14,000 personnel to assist in Baja California following extreme tropical weather damage.Sub-event
Tropical weather causes widespread damage across Baja California and Guerrero.1 source
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The entities involved
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Baja California
state of Mexico
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Guerrero
state in Mexico
Related events
- Moisture transported from Pacific storms affecting Baja California and San Antonio.
- A hurricane is located east and south of Baja California, causing coastal changes along the west coast of the Americas.
- Climate patterns are affecting storm development and landfall in the states of Guerrero and Michoacán.
- Storm brings coastal hazards and high surf to San Diego County as the weather system moves toward Baja California.
- Tropical Storm Marie is strengthening offshore Mexico, with forecasts predicting swells for Hawaii, Baja California, and Southern California.