Hurricane Simon has intensified to a Category 4 storm with maximum winds of 120 knots (140 mph) as it approaches the west-central coast of Mexico. A Hurricane Warning is in effect from Punta San Telmo to Punta Mita, with life-threatening wind and storm surge impacts expected. This alert was issued by the National Hurricane Center on October 8, 2026. Post navigation Hurricane Simon Strengthens, Warnings Issued for Mexican Coast Hurricane Isaias Approaches Northern Gulf Coast with Dangerous Conditions