Tropical Storm Ileana forms as the ninth named storm of the Eastern North Pacific hurricane season, expected to impact Mexico's Baja California and mainland.
Meteorologists monitor wind speeds crucial for determining tropical storm classification, as they escalate from a tropical storm at 39 mph to hurricane categories up to 5.
Tropical storms pose risks such as dangerous winds causing property damage and storm surges, which are the leading cause of hurricane deaths in the U.S.
Heavy rainfall from cyclones can lead to severe flooding, overwhelming drainage systems and potentially causing flash floods that may last for days.
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