Hurricane Polo approaches Baja California as second‑most intense east Pacific storm

Hurricane Polo is barreling toward the Baja California region of Mexico, marking the latest storm in a Pacific hurricane season that has been notably active in recent months. On 22 September, a pressure reading of 892 millibars was recorded, making Polo the second‑most intense hurricane on record in the east Pacific. The system is being sustained by exceptionally warm waters across the Pacific Ocean, which provide favourable conditions for its continued strength.

Polo is projected to turn west‑north‑west before adopting a more north‑westerly trajectory on Saturday. Its maximum sustained winds reach about 150 mph, with even stronger gusts in the most intense parts of the storm. Hurricane‑force winds extend roughly 40 miles from the centre, while tropical‑storm‑force winds reach as far as 125 miles. These powerful winds, combined with torrential rainfall and dangerous seas, could have significant impacts. Although some fluctuations in intensity are possible over the coming days, Polo is expected to remain powerful as it tracks north‑westwards.

Polo is expected to remain powerful as it tracks northwestwards.