Karina strengthens into a Category 4 hurricane in the Pacific far from land, forecasters say
Summary
Hurricane Karina has grown into a strong Category 4 hurricane in the Pacific Ocean but is far from land and not expected to cause direct harm. Another storm, Tropical Storm Lowell, is also developing east of Hawaii and may strengthen into a hurricane later this week without posing an immediate threat.Key Facts
- Hurricane Karina reached Category 4 strength with winds of 145 mph (233 kph).
- Karina is about 1,020 miles west-southwest of the southern tip of Baja California, Mexico.
- The storm is moving west and is fueled by warm ocean waters far offshore.
- No coastal warnings or watches are in effect for Karina.
- Waves from Karina may affect Mexico and possibly Southern California.
- Tropical Storm Lowell is about 855 miles east-southeast of Hilo, Hawaii, with winds of 60 mph (97 kph).
- Lowell could become a hurricane by Monday night or Tuesday.
- Lowell currently does not threaten land but may approach the Hawaiian Islands later this week.
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