Two Pacific Hurricanes Produce Dangerous Seas as Karina Weakens
These storms will push large swells and strong currents toward populated coasts, raising near‑shore and marine danger for residents and mariners.
Overview
- Hurricane Karina is a weakening storm centered well west of 140°W with 85 mph winds and 978 mb pressure and is forecast to become post‑tropical within several days.
- Karina’s wind field extends east of the 140°W meridian, producing tropical‑storm‑force winds and very rough seas well away from the storm’s center even though no coastal watches or warnings are in effect.
- Hurricane Marie remains a strong hurricane southwest of Baja and is already generating large swells that are expected to cause life‑threatening surf and rip currents along southwest Mexico, the Baja Peninsula and into Southern California.
- Forecasters are watching a separate low‑pressure area well offshore southwestern Mexico that has a medium chance of tropical development over the next seven days and would likely stay away from the coast if it forms.
- Coastal communities and mariners should follow local weather office guidance and NHC/CPHC products because hazardous surf and currents can damage beaches, strand swimmers, and create dangerous conditions for small boats and offshore operations.