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Hurricane Polo has grown into one of the most powerful Pacific cyclones in decades and is expected to skirt Mexico’s southwestern coast as a major hurricane.
El Niño years usually see fewer hurricanes in the Atlantic Ocean—but this year is approaching an all-time record.
Hurricane Polo has regained its strength to a Category 5 hurricane. Here's a look at where the storm is projected to head next.
The alert comes as Hurricane Polo, a Category 5 hurricane, continues to strengthen in the Pacific Ocean.
Tropical Storm Gonzalo brings wind to Cabo Verde, while Tropical Storm Fay weakens in the Atlantic. Neither will hit Florida.
Hurricane Polo is at Category 4 strength and its maximum winds peaked at 180 mph earlier in the week after rapid intensification.
Hurricane Polo's maximum sustained winds have increased to around 160 mph as it moves northward up Mexico's coast.