Mexican officials in the Pacific coast states of Guerrero and Michoacán have ordered schools closed in several regions starting Tuesday as Hurricane Polo approaches, according to a report from Reforma.
The storm, currently classified as a Category 1 hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson scale, is expected to bring heavy rainfall and strong winds to the area. Category 1 storms carry sustained winds of at least 119 kilometers per hour (74 mph), enough to cause structural damage and dangerous flooding, especially in mountainous or coastal communities.
Local governments say the school closures are a preventive measure aimed at protecting students and avoiding injuries or loss of life as the storm makes landfall or passes near the coastline. Guerrero and Michoacán, both located along Mexico’s Pacific coast, are frequently in the path of tropical storms and hurricanes during the Eastern Pacific hurricane season, which typically runs from May through November.
Authorities have not yet specified how long the suspension will remain in effect, and officials continue to monitor the storm’s trajectory and intensity. Residents in low-lying and coastal areas have been urged to stay alert for further updates and to follow any evacuation guidance issued by civil protection agencies.
For the full story and the latest updates, read the original report from Reforma.
Source: Suspenden clases en Guerrero por meteoro (Reforma).
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