Hurricane Marie hits Baja California with rain and flooding – Level 1

KeywordDescription
Hurricane MarieA strong storm off the coast of Baja California Sur, Mexico.
Baja California SurA state in Mexico located on the Baja Peninsula.
Cabo San LucasA city at the southern tip of the Baja Peninsula.

Hurricane Marie is a powerful storm near Baja California Sur, Mexico. It has become a Category 2 hurricane, which means it has very strong winds, reaching speeds of up to 155 km/h (about 96 mph). Because of this, ports are closed and some schools have stopped running classes.

The hurricane is causing a lot of rain and flooding along the Pacific coast, including places like Sinaloa and Jalisco. The National Civil Protection System in Mexico is warning people to be very careful and listen to safety advice. Boats are staying in port because the weather is too dangerous for sailing.

In Cabo San Lucas, the storm brought strong winds and heavy rain, causing damage in the city. Even famous musician Sammy Hagar, who owns a club there, said the storm caused a lot of trouble.

Hurricane Marie is expected to weaken soon, but it will still bring rain and storms to many areas. People are working hard to clean up and stay safe.

Bridging words

These words sound similar in English and Spanish: Why not practice them now?

EnglishSpanish
HurricaneHuracán
CategoryCategoría
AtmosphereAtmósfera

Time to discuss

  • Why do you think it’s important for schools to close during a hurricane?
  • What can people do to stay safe during a big storm like Hurricane Marie?
  • How do you think communities work together to clean up after a storm?

Let’s Write

Answer the following questions in one paragraph.

  • Describe what happens during a hurricane and why it can be dangerous.
  • Explain how people prepare for a hurricane and what they do afterward.
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