Hurricane Simon Makes Landfall on Mexico’s Pacific Coast
Hurricane Simon, a Category 3 storm with 120 mph winds, made landfall on Mexico's Pacific coast, threatening Puerto Vallarta with severe flooding.
New York, NY, October 12, 2026 — A Category 3 hurricane, identified as Hurricane Simon, has made landfall on Mexico’s Pacific coast. The storm was packing sustained winds of 120 mph at the time of landfall.
Hurricane Simon is currently posing a significant threat to coastal communities. Authorities have issued warnings for severe flooding in areas expected to be impacted by the storm’s passage. Puerto Vallarta is among the locations specifically mentioned as being at risk of substantial flooding.
Category 3 storms are defined by the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale as major hurricanes, capable of causing “devastating” damage. The sustained winds of 120 mph indicate a powerful and dangerous weather system. The landfall occurred along the Pacific coast of Mexico.
Forecasters are closely monitoring the storm’s track and intensity. Residents and officials in vulnerable coastal regions are advised to follow all safety directives and prepare for the potential impacts of heavy rainfall, storm surge, and high winds associated with Hurricane Simon.
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