PUERTO VALLARTA (PVDN) – Authorities from the Bahía Civil Protection Council, in coordination with representatives from civil society, have announced that while Hurricane Beatriz will bring heavy rainfall to the Banderas Bay region, it currently poses no immediate threat to the area.
Victor Manuel Cornejo López, a noted meteorologist attending the Council’s meeting, stated that Hurricane Beatriz, currently a Category 1 storm, is not expected to intensify further. Its wind effects will bring gusts ranging from 30 to 50 km/h particularly in the Sierra de Cacoma and Sierra del Tuito areas, near the watershed.
In addition to the hurricane, the region is set to experience regional rains and electrical storms, primarily to the north of Ixtlán del Río, Huachinango, Ameca, Tequila, as well as the border area between Purificación and La Huerta.
In the Banderas Bay region itself, rainfall between 50 and 100 mm/M2 is anticipated, accompanied by significant waves created by the rear flow of the hurricane. Despite the forecast of intense weather, officials emphasize the area’s preparedness and predict no immediate risk.
However, as a precautionary measure, locals and visitors in these regions are strongly advised not to let their guard down around rivers and streams due to potential sudden floods. Additionally, the risk of landslides on the road is a concern, and all individuals are urged to exercise caution.
The Civil Protection Council will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as necessary. The safety of residents and visitors in the Banderas Bay area remains a top priority as authorities track Hurricane Beatriz’s progression.
