
"Hurricane Otis Strikes Mexico's Southern Coast as Category 5 Nightmare"
Hurricane Otis, now a Category 4 storm, has made landfall on Mexico's southern coast near Acapulco, bringing heavy rainfall, flash flooding, and hurricane-force winds. The storm could cause "potentially catastrophic" storm surges, mudslides, and life-threatening surf and rip current conditions. Authorities have warned of up to 20 inches of rain in parts of Guerrero and Oaxaca states, and power outages have been reported. Schools have canceled classes, and preparations for rescues and evacuations are underway.