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Hurricane Rachel strengthens to Category 3 off Mexico's Pacific coast
Original: Hurricane Rachel strengthens to a Cat 3 storm off Mexico’s Pacific coast
Hurricane Rachel has intensified into a Category 3 storm off Mexico's Pacific coast, according to KTLA. A storm of this strength brings the risk of significant damage if it makes landfall, and coastal communities in western Mexico will be watching its track closely as forecasts are updated.
Why now: A rapidly strengthening major hurricane threatening Mexico's Pacific coast is breaking news with potential safety and travel impacts.
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