Genevieve becomes a Category 5 hurricane but is not expected to make landfall
Summary
Hurricane Genevieve strengthened into a Category 5 storm in the East Pacific but is expected to stay far from land along the coast of Mexico. Another hurricane, Fausto, weakened to Category 1 and is moving toward Hawaii, where it may cause large waves.Key Facts
- Genevieve reached Category 5 status with wind speeds of 160 mph (260 kph).
- It is located about 530 miles southwest of Manzanillo, Mexico.
- Genevieve is moving northwest at 13 mph and will likely stay out at sea.
- No watches or warnings are in effect for coastal areas, but dangerous waves and rip currents are possible along parts of Mexico’s coast and Baja California Peninsula.
- Genevieve is expected to start weakening on Tuesday.
- Hurricane Fausto has weakened to Category 1 with winds of 80 mph (130 kph).
- Fausto is about 670 miles east of Hilo, Hawaii, moving west-northwest at 14 mph.
- Fausto may become a tropical storm but could still cause strong surf in Hawaii.
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