| Keyword | Description |
|---|---|
| Hurricane | A powerful tropical storm with strong winds and rain. |
| Category 5 | The highest level on the hurricane scale, with winds over 252 kph (157 mph). |
| Tropical Storm | A storm with winds from 63 to 118 kph (39 to 73 mph). |
Hurricane Polo is intensifying quickly in the Pacific Ocean, near Mexico’s coast. It started as a Category 1 hurricane on Monday, with wind speeds of 129 kph (80 mph). The U.S. National Hurricane Center predicts it could become a Category 5 hurricane, the most powerful type, by Wednesday. This means it could have winds over 252 kph (157 mph).
Polo is expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds to areas like Michoacán, Guerrero, and Colima. Rainfall could be intense, possibly leading to flooding and mudslides. In Oaxaca and Guerrero, rain could measure between 75 to 150 millimeters. Michoacán could see 50 to 75 mm of rain, while Jalisco and Colima might get 25 to 50 mm.
The storm’s winds could reach 10 to 20 kph, with gusts up to 50 kph. Waves between 1 to 3 meters high are expected along the coastlines. Residents are urged to stay informed through updates from Mexico’s National Meteorological Service and follow safety guidelines.
A “watch zone” has been set up from Tecpan de Galeana, Guerrero, to Punta San Telmo, Michoacán, as Polo‘s path might change unexpectedly. Meanwhile, another storm named Odalys is also developing in the Pacific, far from the coast, but it’s expected to become a hurricane soon.
Hurricanes can be very dangerous, as seen in past events. For example, in 2024, Hurricane John hit Guerrero as a Category 3 storm, and in 2023, Category 5 Hurricane Otis caused severe damage in Acapulco, a major tourist city.
Bridging words
These words sound similar in English and Spanish: Why not practice them now?
| English | Spanish |
|---|---|
| Hurricane | Huracán |
| Category | Categoría |
| Pacific | Pacífico |
Time to discuss
- Why is it important to track storms like Hurricane Polo?
- How can communities prepare for hurricanes?
- What are the potential impacts of heavy rainfall and strong winds on coastal areas?
Let’s Write
Answer the following questions in one paragraph.
- What steps can individuals take to stay safe during a hurricane?
- How do meteorologists predict the path and strength of hurricanes?
