Puerto Vallarta, Mexico – Tropical storm “Norma” has significantly changed the weather dynamics in Mexico, according to a new report from the National Meteorological Service (SMN), the official climate arm of the Government of Mexico. Forecasters warn that the storm can potentially escalate into a category 1 hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson scale.
Today, the storm is advancing towards the northwest, primarily affecting the off-coast regions of Jalisco and Colima. The National Meteorological Service has issued alerts stating that the cloud bands associated with “Norma” will generate intense, sporadic rainfall in Jalisco, Colima, Michoacán, and Guerrero.
The storm is expected to bring wind gusts ranging from 50 to 70 km/h and ocean waves measuring between 2 and 4 meters in height along the coasts of these states. These severe weather conditions have raised concerns among local authorities, prompting preparations for possible emergency scenarios.
Apart from “Norma,” low-pressure channels situated over the central, southern, and southeastern parts of Mexico, as well as the Yucatan Peninsula, are also influencing the current weather patterns. These systems are interacting with moisture inflow from both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, causing showers accompanied by heavy, occasional rains in the aforementioned regions.
The SMN cautions that these rains could be accompanied by electric shocks and the possibility of hail. In addition, these climatic conditions possess the inherent risk of causing reduced visibility on roads and waterways, which can lead to landslides, flash flooding, or more gradual flooding. There is also the looming risk of increased levels in rivers and streams, which could exacerbate existing environmental vulnerabilities.
Residents are advised to stay updated on weather reports and take necessary precautions to safeguard life and property.
For more information on “Norma” and its potential impact, please refer to updates from the National Meteorological Service and local emergency services.
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - Tropical storm "Norma" has significantly changed the weather dynamics in Mexico, according to a new report from the National Meteorological Service . . .
