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Weather
Hurricane Rachel Intensifies to Category 3 Off Mexico Coast, Surf Warning Issued
✍️ India Today
🗓 02 Oct 2026, 08:38 AM
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Hurricane Rachel has strengthened to a Category 3 storm off the coast of Mexico, prompting authorities to issue a dangerous surf warning for beachgoers.
Hurricane Rachel has intensified to a Category 3 storm, with sustained winds exceeding 111 mph, as it approaches the western coast of Mexico.
The National Hurricane Center reports that the system is moving steadily westward, maintaining its strength while tracking parallel to the coastline.
Coastal authorities have issued a dangerous surf warning, advising beachgoers and surfers to avoid the area due to high waves and strong currents.
Officials are monitoring the storm’s path closely, with emergency services on standby to respond to any potential impacts.
Residents in coastal communities are urged to heed local advisories and prepare for possible disruptions.
The National Hurricane Center reports that the system is moving steadily westward, maintaining its strength while tracking parallel to the coastline.
Coastal authorities have issued a dangerous surf warning, advising beachgoers and surfers to avoid the area due to high waves and strong currents.
Officials are monitoring the storm’s path closely, with emergency services on standby to respond to any potential impacts.
Residents in coastal communities are urged to heed local advisories and prepare for possible disruptions.