Two Hurricanes Set to Strike Land This Weekend

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Introduction

This weekend will witness the landfall of two hurricanes, Tammy in the Atlantic and Norma in the eastern Pacific, occurring in different ocean basins.

Impact of Hurricanes

While neither hurricane poses a threat to the US, Norma has resulted in hurricane warnings for Mexico, including the popular resort town of Cabo San Lucas. Similarly, Tammy has brought hurricane warnings for portions of the Leeward Islands.

Details about Tammy

As of Friday night, Tammy was categorized as a Category 1 hurricane with sustained winds of 80 mph. Its location was approximately 55 miles east of Martinique. The National Hurricane Center expects Tammy to intensify gradually while passing through the Leeward Islands.

Tammy’s Impact on Leeward Islands

The hurricane-force winds of Tammy extend outward up to 25 miles from its center, with tropical storm-force winds extending outward up to 125 miles. Tammy is projected to move across the Leeward Islands before progressing northwards.

Unusual Hurricane Activity

Late October rarely witnesses hurricanes in this part of the Atlantic. Tammy is only the third hurricane to form this far southeast since 1900. This year’s warmer Atlantic Ocean has led experts to anticipate hurricanes in atypical areas during the later part of the season.

Hurricane Norma’s Details

On Friday night, Norma was a Category 3 storm with maximum sustained winds of 120 mph. Its location was approximately 145 miles south of Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.

Norma’s Impact on Baja California Sur, Mexico

While Norma is projected to weaken before reaching land, it is still expected to be a hurricane when it approaches the southern part of Baja California Sur, including Cabo San Lucas, on Saturday evening. The hurricane center warns of a dangerous storm surge and the likelihood of coastal flooding and large, destructive waves.

Risks and Predictions

Rainfall caused by both hurricanes may lead to flash flooding, mudslides, and urban flooding. The Leeward Islands are expected to receive 4 to 8 inches of rain, with some areas experiencing up to a foot of rainfall. In neighboring regions such as Puerto Rico and the British and US Virgin Islands, rainfall is expected to be lighter, ranging from 1 to 2 inches.

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