Tropical Storm John made landfall in Mexico as a category 3 hurricane, posing life-threatening risks with potential flash floods and mudslides across multiple states.
Heavy rainfall from Tropical Storm John is expected to result in catastrophic flash flooding and mudslides, particularly impacting Chiapas, Oaxaca, and Guerrero states.
AccuWeather senior meteorologist Matt Benz indicated that the rise in hurricane strength was unexpectedly tied to warmer ocean temperatures, contributing to rapid intensification.
Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador urged citizens to seek higher ground and prioritize safety, emphasizing the replaceability of material possessions over lives.
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