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

Current Situation

Hurricane Marie, which reached category 1 status, is currently moving west-northwest, approximately 800 kilometers away from the southern Californian coast. Despite its distance, the storm's effects are still being felt across Baja California Sur, particularly with ongoing rainfall in the central and southern regions of the state. The latest updates from the State Civil Protection Council indicate that although heavy rains were reported in Los Cabos, no significant damage has occurred in La Paz or elsewhere in the state.

"We are closely monitoring the situation and ensuring that all necessary precautions are taken to protect our communities,"

said Governor Víctor Manuel Castro Cosío.

Rainfall and Weather Forecast

For Friday, forecasts predict continued rainfall, especially in the municipalities of Los Cabos, La Paz, Comondú, and Loreto. The expected precipitation amounts range between 50 and 75 millimeters. As the weekend approaches, the intensity of the rains is anticipated to decrease, providing some relief to the affected areas. Additionally, the National Water Commission (CONAGUA) has warned that Hurricane Marie could intensify to category 2 over the weekend, although no significant changes in its trajectory are expected.

"Marie is moving away from the national coasts, but we must remain vigilant as it may strengthen,"

warned a CONAGUA representative.

Safety Measures and Community Response

In response to the ongoing weather conditions, classes in Los Cabos will remain suspended on Friday, with a return to normalcy expected on Monday. In Comondú, schools will resume activities on Friday, September 4. The Secretary of Infrastructure, Communications and Transport (SICT) has reported delays in circulation at some river crossings, but overall, the roadways remain passable.

As for maritime activities, the port of La Paz is open to all types of navigation, while Loreto has closed minor navigation. Ports in López Mateos, San Carlos, San José del Cabo, and Cabo San Lucas remain closed, while Pichilingue operates normally. The Civil Protection Council has agreed to continue with road maintenance efforts, including pothole repairs, debris removal, and drainage cleaning, to ensure safety and accessibility.

"We are committed to addressing any issues that arise and will begin damage assessments immediately,"

stated the governor.

As the situation develops, authorities will continue to coordinate efforts to monitor and respond to any emergencies that may arise due to the ongoing rains and potential impacts from Hurricane Marie.