Tropical Storm Simon Forms Off Mexico Coast, Threatens Heavy Rainfall

Tropical Storm Simon forms in Pacific Ocean off Mexico, bringing heavy rain and flooding risks. Update on storm's path and impact.

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October 9, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Miami, United States — Tropical Storm Simon formed Wednesday in the Pacific Ocean off the southwestern coast of Mexico, according to the National Hurricane Center.

The storm was located about 175 miles (285 kilometers) south-southeast of Lazaro Cardenas, Mexico, and is expected to approach the coastline by Saturday. The hurricane center warned of heavy rainfall that could lead to life-threatening flooding in parts of southwestern Mexico, with some areas forecast to receive 8 to 12 inches (20 to 30 centimeters) of rain through Sunday.

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Isolated rainfall totals of up to 15 to 25 inches (38 to 63 centimeters) were possible in parts of Colima and Michoacan. The storm’s maximum sustained winds were around 40 mph (65 kph), with expectations of strengthening into a hurricane by late Thursday and potentially a major hurricane by Saturday.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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