Genevieve becomes a major Pacific hurricane off Mexico, but no direct threat to land is forecast
Summary
Hurricane Genevieve has become a strong Category 3 storm in the Pacific Ocean, far southwest of Mexico, and is expected to grow stronger while moving away from the coast. No direct danger to land is forecast, but waves and dangerous currents could affect parts of Mexico's southwest coast and southern Baja California. Meanwhile, Hurricane Fausto weakened to Category 1 and is moving toward Hawaii, where it might cause large waves.Key Facts
- Genevieve has winds of 120 mph, making it a Category 3 hurricane.
- The storm is about 515 miles southwest of Manzanillo, Mexico.
- Genevieve is moving west-northwest at 16 mph, staying far offshore.
- No watches or warnings for land are in effect for Genevieve.
- Dangerous surf and strong rip currents may affect Mexico’s southwestern coast and Baja California.
- Hurricane Fausto weakened to Category 1 with winds of 85 mph.
- Fausto is 910 miles east of Hilo, Hawaii, moving west at 14 mph.
- Fausto is expected to become a tropical storm but still could cause big waves in Hawaii.
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