Hurricane Flossie has intensified into a Category 3 major hurricane off Mexico’s Pacific coast, the U.S. National Hurricane Center confirmed. Late Tuesday, the storm reached sustained winds of about 185 km/h (115 mph), placing it among the strongest storms of the season so far.
Flossie remains well offshore, but its outer rainbands are already affecting parts of western Mexico. Heavy rain, gusty winds, and rough surf have been reported across coastal areas of Michoacán, Colima, and Jalisco, raising concerns about localized flooding and possible landslides in vulnerable terrain.
As of the latest advisory, the hurricane is located roughly 505 kilometers south-southeast of Cabo San Lucas and is moving west-northwest at around 17 km/h. Forecasters expect Flossie to strengthen slightly in the short term before weakening later this week as it moves over cooler waters and encounters less favorable conditions.
While no direct landfall is forecast, hazardous marine conditions are expected to continue. Authorities are urging residents, boaters, and beachgoers to remain cautious, avoid coastal hazards, and stay informed through official weather updates as Flossie tracks farther into the Pacific.
