Hurricane Marie Moves Away, But Rain Continues in Baja California Sur

Current Situation

Hurricane Marie has reached category 1 and is currently moving west-northwest, approximately 800 kilometers away from the southern Californian coasts. Despite its distance, the hurricane's effects are still being felt across Baja California Sur, particularly with ongoing rainfall in the central and southern parts of the state.

During the seventh extraordinary session of the State Civil Protection Council, it was reported that while heavy rains were recorded in Los Cabos, no significant damage was reported in La Paz or other areas of the state. This indicates that the region has been able to withstand the initial impacts of the storm without major incidents.

Weather Forecast

For Friday, rain is expected to continue, especially in the municipalities of Los Cabos, La Paz, Comondú, and Loreto. The forecast indicates that rainfall will decrease on Saturday, with expected accumulations ranging between 50 and 75 millimeters.

In terms of wave activity, the sea conditions are anticipated to improve starting tonight. Winds are expected to be less intense, with gusts reaching up to 60 kilometers per hour and waves between 2 and 3 meters high. According to the National Water Commission (CONAGUA), there is a possibility that Hurricane Marie could intensify to category 2 over the weekend, although no significant changes in its trajectory are expected, as it will continue to move away from the national coasts.

"We will continue to monitor and coordinate with Civil Protection authorities to address any situation that may arise promptly,"

stated Governor Víctor Manuel Castro Cosío.

Educational and Infrastructure Updates

In educational matters, classes will remain suspended on Friday in Los Cabos, with a return to normalcy expected on Monday. In Comondú, school activities are set to resume on Friday, September 4. This decision reflects the authorities' commitment to ensuring the safety of students during adverse weather conditions.

Regarding the road network, the Secretariat of Infrastructure, Communications and Transport (SICT) has reported delays in traffic at some river crossings, although all routes remain passable. This is crucial for maintaining connectivity and ensuring that emergency services can operate effectively.

As for maritime operations, the port of La Paz is open to all types of navigation, while navigation for smaller vessels has been suspended in Loreto. The ports of López Mateos, San Carlos, San José del Cabo, and Cabo San Lucas remain closed, while the port of Pichilingue is operating normally.

In response to the storm's effects, the Council has agreed to continue work on pothole repairs, drainage, and debris removal from roadways. Additionally, evaluations of damage will begin on Friday to initiate rehabilitation efforts as soon as possible.