Hurricane Kristy Intensifies to Category 4, Moves Away from Land

The powerful storm, originating from the remnants of Tropical Storm Nadine, is expected to remain over open waters in the Pacific.

Hurricane Kristy has reached Category 4 status with maximum sustained winds of 150 mph, posing no direct threat to land.
Originating from Tropical Storm Nadine, Kristy rapidly intensified after reforming in the Pacific Ocean.
The storm is projected to continue on a westward path, with a northwest turn expected by the weekend.
Forecasters warn of life-threatening rip currents and surf conditions along the Baja California coast due to swells from Kristy.
The National Hurricane Center anticipates Kristy will weaken rapidly after Friday, eventually dissipating over the open ocean.