He Tropical Cyclone John, downgraded to a tropical storm, advances over the state of Guerreromaintaining a course towards the northwest. According to the National Meteorological Service (SMN) of the National Water Commission (Conagua), the phenomenon It is located just 45 km north-northwest of Acapulco70 km from Tecpan de Galeana, causing heavy rainfall and dangerous winds in various regions of Mexico.
Severe weather conditions
John is generating extraordinary rainfall, exceeding 250 mm, in the states of Guerrero and Oaxaca, while in Veracruz and Chiapas torrential rains of between 150 and 250 mm are recorded. In Michoacán and Puebla, rainfall is reaching intense levels, accumulating between 75 and 150 mm. In addition, the cloud bands associated with this system reinforce the possibility of rain in the center of the country, including the Valley of Mexico.
Current conditions also include sustained winds of up to 110 km/h and gusts of up to 140 km/h, which has put authorities on alert. The coasts of western Oaxaca and eastern Guerrero are affected by wind gusts ranging between 100 and 120 km/h, accompanied by high waves of 2 to 4 meters. These conditions create a risk scenario for maritime navigation and increase the possibility of waterspouts on the coasts of Chiapas, Guerrero and Oaxaca.
Impact on the surveillance area
Conagua, in conjunction with the Miami Regional Specialized Meteorological Center (CMRE-MIAMI), has modified the hurricane prevention zone to tropical storm effects, extending from the east of Acapulco to Lagunas de Chacahua in Oaxaca. The cyclone’s movement at 13 km/h towards the north-northwest continues to put the population of these areas at risk.
Given this adverse weather situation, it is advisable to follow the recommendations issued by the National Civil Protection System (Sinaproc). High waves and strong winds represent a significant risk for those who live on the coast or work in maritime activities.
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