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Mexico Braces for Torrential Rains as Priscilla and Pacific Low Drive Nationwide Downpours

An ocean‑warmed, La Niña‑influenced rainy season underpins the new alerts, with central Mexico expected to ease later this month.

Overview

  • SMN and Conagua forecast heavy to torrential rainfall today, with 150–250 mm possible in parts of San Luis Potosí, Querétaro, Hidalgo, Puebla, Veracruz, Guerrero and Oaxaca.
  • Priscilla continues moving parallel to Baja California Sur and a high‑probability low‑pressure area off Guerrero and Michoacán is reinforcing widespread showers, thunderstorms and strong winds.
  • Coastal hazards include very strong winds and elevated surf along Oaxaca, Guerrero, Michoacán and Colima, and authorities urge caution for maritime activities.
  • Mexico City’s civil protection agency activated alerts for multiple boroughs, warning of strong rain, possible hail and wind gusts, and advising residents on safety measures.
  • Forecasters expect the rainy pattern to gradually weaken in central regions in the second half of October, while southern and southeastern states may see persistent rainfall into early to mid‑November.