Adrian’ becomes hurricane and threatens western Mexico

Tropical Storm Adrian has intensified and transformed into a category 1 hurricane, according to Mexico’s National Meteorological Service (SMN).

The center of the hurricane was located approximately 575 kilometers southwest of Manzanillo, Colima, with maximum sustained winds of 120 kilometers per hour and gusts of 150 km/h, moving westward at 13 km/h.

Due to the proximity of Hurricane Adrian to Mexican territory, heavy rains are expected in the states of Colima, Guerrero, Jalisco, Michoacán, and Nayarit.

These regions may also experience wind gusts exceeding 40 kilometers per hour and a swell of one to three meters high.

The SMN warns that the rainfall associated with Adrian could result in electrical discharges, increased river and stream levels, overflows, floods, and landslides.

Authorities have advised the population to stay informed through social networks, the official website of the Service, and local government communication channels.

Although the hurricane season officially began on May 15, Adrian is the first hurricane of 2023 in the Pacific Ocean. If a similar weather system forms in the Atlantic, it will be named Arlene.

Note: It is essential to monitor official weather sources and follow the instructions and recommendations of local authorities during natural disasters.