Puerto Vallarta Boards up as Hurricane Simon Hits Category 4 Strength

Simon has strengthened into a powerful Category 4 hurricane as it barrels toward Mexico’s coast.

Puerto Vallarta Boards up as Hurricane Simon Hits Category 4 Strength

TL;DR

  • Simon has strengthened to a Category 4 hurricane.
  • Maximum sustained winds have reached 150 mph (240 kph).
  • The hurricane is expected to be near or inland of Mexico's west-central coast on Sunday.
  • Potential rainfall totals range from 10 to 20 inches, with up to 30 inches in specific areas.
  • Affected states include Michoacan, Colima, and Jalisco.