Hurricane Simon kills five in Mexico as rescue efforts continue

Hurricane Simon struck the west coast of Mexico on Monday, bringing powerful winds and heavy rain that killed at least five people, Euronews reported. The Category 2 storm caused widespread property damage across Pacific coastal communities, while authorities continue searching for six missing people. [1]

Euronews reported that heavy rain and strong winds caused serious damage in the states of Baja California and Guerrero. Although the eye of the hurricane stayed offshore, its outer bands lashed communities situated between the Pacific Ocean and the Sierra Madre, near Puerto Vallarta. [1]

Thousands of rescue workers have been deployed across affected areas to manage flood risks and assist impacted residents, according to Euronews. In the coastal city of Baja California, rescue teams are continuing their search efforts, while German nationals were among those airlifted to safety. [1]