Hurricane Polo Threatens Mexico’s Pacific Coast After Strengthening To Category 5 Storm

Hurricane Polo has intensified off Mexico’s Pacific coast, prompting residents and authorities to prepare for dangerous weather conditions. The powerful storm reached Category 5 strength before tracking northwestward offshore, with heavy rain, dangerous surf, flooding and mudslides threatening parts of southwestern Mexico. Authorities have urged coastal communities to remain vigilant as Polo’s slow movement could prolong the threat. While the storm’s core was expected to remain offshore, forecasters warned that its outer rainbands could still bring hazardous conditions to coastal areas. Watch the latest footage as Mexico braces for the impact of Hurricane Polo. INTERNATIONAL NEWS