MIAMI — Hurricane Flossie strengthened to a Class 2 cyclone Tuesday morning off the Pacific coast of Mexico, forecasters mentioned.
The Nationwide Hurricane Heart mentioned Flossie had most sustained winds at 100 mph (155 kph) and that rain was falling over elements of coastal Mexico. The hurricane was centered 150 miles (245 kilometers) southwest of Manzanillo, Mexico.
Flossie was shifting to the northwest at 10 mph (17 kph) and was anticipated to proceed that movement over the subsequent few days. The system ought to transfer away from southwestern Mexico by Tuesday evening, forecasters mentioned.
The hurricane was forecast to proceed strengthening and could possibly be a significant hurricane as quickly as Tuesday evening or Wednesday morning. A serious hurricane is classed as Class 3 or increased, with most sustained winds of not less than 111 mph (180 kph).