| Keyword | Description |
|---|---|
| Hurricane Polo | A hurricane forming in the Pacific Ocean near Mexico’s coast. |
| Category 5 | The highest level for a hurricane, with very strong winds. |
| National Hurricane Center | An organization in the U.S. that tracks and predicts hurricanes. |
Hurricane Polo is getting stronger in the Pacific Ocean near Mexico. It started forming on Monday morning and is expected to become a Category 5 hurricane soon. This means it will have very powerful winds. The storm could bring heavy rain and strong winds to the coast of Mexico, especially near Michoacán, by Wednesday.
Polo was about 410 kilometers from Manzanillo and 322 kilometers from Zihuatanejo on Monday morning. The storm is already a Category 1 hurricane with winds of 129 kilometers per hour (80 miles per hour). Heavy rain is expected in the states of Oaxaca, Guerrero, Michoacán, Jalisco and Colima. This rain could cause rivers to rise, leading to flooding and mudslides.
The Mexican government is warning people to be careful and listen to safety advice. Waves could reach up to 3 meters high along the coast. The storm’s path is uncertain, so everyone should stay informed.
In addition, another storm, Tropical Storm Odalys, might become a hurricane soon. It is further out in the Pacific Ocean, more than 2,000 kilometers from Baja California.
Bridging words
These words sound similar in English and Spanish: Why not practice them now?
| English | Spanish |
|---|---|
| Hurricane | Huracán |
| Category | Categoría |
| Kilometer | Kilómetro |
Time to discuss
- What should people do to stay safe during a hurricane?
- How does a hurricane get stronger?
- Why is it important to listen to weather warnings?
Let’s Write
Answer the following questions in one paragraph.
- What are some dangers that hurricanes can cause?
- How can communities prepare for a hurricane?
