Hurricane Kiko heads toward Hawaii as Lorena remnants linger near western Mexico
Summary
Hurricane Kiko is moving toward Hawaii as a strong Category 3 storm, while the remains of Cyclone Lorena are bringing heavy rain to Mexico's Baja California. Kiko's impact on Hawaii is uncertain, but it could bring large ocean waves by the weekend. Lorena, now a weaker cyclone, could still cause flooding in parts of Mexico and the southwestern United States.Key Facts
- Hurricane Kiko is currently a Category 3 storm with winds of 115 mph (185 kph).
- Kiko is approximately 1,245 miles (2,000 kilometers) east-southeast of Hilo, Hawaii.
- The hurricane is moving west-northwest at 9 mph (15 kph).
- Kiko is expected to lose strength by early next week.
- Heavy ocean swells from Kiko might affect Hawaii by the weekend.
- Cyclone Lorena, now a weaker storm, produces heavy rain in Mexico's Baja California.
- Lorena could bring up to 12 inches (30 centimeters) of rain in parts of Mexico.
- Isolated flooding risks extend to Arizona and New Mexico, with up to 4 inches (10 centimeters) of rain possible.
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