Mexicos

Hurricane Erick has tragically claimed the lives of at least two individuals as it ravaged southern Mexico, inflicting severe damage on coastal communities before it weakened into a low-pressure system, according to officials. In a heartbreaking incident, a man lost his life in southern Oaxaca while assisting in debris removal. Unfortunately, he came into contact with high-voltage cables near a stream, resulting in electrocution, as reported by the state government. Additionally, a child in neighboring Guerrero state was…

Hurricane Erick made landfall on the coast of Oaxaca, Mexico, early today, raising concerns among authorities regarding the potential for intense rains, floods, and mudslides that could pose significant risks to life and property. The storm made its entrance around 5:30 AM local time in the town of Santiago Pinotepa Nacional as a Category 3 hurricane, boasting maximum sustained winds of 205 km/h and gusts reaching 250 km/h. This was reported by Mexico's National Water Commission (Conagua). As scientists have noted, "Early…