Tropical storm Pamela is located southwest of the coast of Jalisco | National Center for Disaster Prevention | government

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National Metereological Service
Tropical Cyclone Warning in the Pacific Ocean
Notice No.: 15
Broadcast: 22:15

Synthesis: TROPICAL STORM “PAMELA” WEST-SOUTHWEST OF JALISCO, MOVES TOWARD THE NORTH-NORTHWEST.

Current situation:
The center of the Tropical Storm “Pamela” is located west-southwest of the coasts of Sinaloa.

Actual conditions
Local time (GMT time) 22:00 (03:00 GMT on October 12)
Location of the center of the cyclone North Latitude: 17.9 ° West Longitude: 108.9 °
Distance to the closest place 435 km west-southwest of Playa Pérula, Jal., And 645 km south-southwest of Mazatlán, Sin.
Surveillance zone
[Se establece en coordinación con el CMRE-MIAMI]

A prevention zone for hurricane effects is established from Bahía Tempehuaya to Escuinapa, Sin., A prevention zone for tropical storm effects from Bahía Tempehuaya to Altata, Sin. and from Escuinapa, Sin., to Cabo Corrientes, Jal., including the Marías Islands. Surveillance zone for tropical storm effects from Los Barriles to Cabo San Lucas, BCS

Current Displacement: North-northwest (335 °) at 13 km / h.
Maximum winds [km/h]: Sustained: 110 km / h Gusts: 140 km / h
Minimum central pressure [hpa]:    992 hPa
Rain forecast It will cause heavy rains with very strong points in Sinaloa, Nayarit and Jalisco, as well as strong point rains in Baja California Sur, Durango, Colima and Michoacán; in addition to wind with gusts of 50 to 60 km / h and waves of 1 to 2 meters high on the coasts of Jalisco and Colima.
Additional comments The rains caused by the cyclone could cause landslides, an increase in the levels of rivers and streams, and flooding in low-lying areas.
Recommendations Take extreme precautions to the general population in the areas of the states mentioned due to rain, wind and waves (including maritime navigation) and attend to the recommendations issued by the authorities of the National Civil Protection System, in each entity.

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The tropical storm Pamela It was located at 10:00 am today 440 kilometers (km) southwest of Pérula Beach, Jalisco; the system is expected to escalate to a Category 1 Hurricane later this day. Its cloud bands will produce very heavy rains on Sinaloa, Nayarit and Jalisco (from 50 to 75 mm or liters per square meter); and punctual heavy rains (25 to 50 mm or liters per square meter) in Baja California Sur, Durango, Colima and Michoacan.

According to the forecast of the National Meteorological Service (SMN), it is expected to impact the south of Sinaloa What Category 3 hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson scale, with sustained winds of 185 km / h and gusts of 225 km / h, also causing high waves and storm surge of up to 4 or 5 meters high. Its remnants are expected to interact with cold front number 3, producing significant rains in the northeast of the country.

Streams and rivers may overflow and flood states in Jalisco, Nayarit and Sinaloa.

Some dams in these states may present an increase in their levels:

Keep in mind that some dams may or may not have control of their discharge by spillway, so you must keep an eye on the Civil Protection notices.

Also some rivers could increase their levels, among them are:

Municipalities that must take extreme precautions in the face of floods forecast due to Pamela:

If you live in these states, municipalities, regions or near the aforementioned rivers, it is important that you review the Civil Protection notices, since it is possible that river and rain floods occur. On the other hand, if you live in urban areas, keep the sewers near your home clean and keep garbage containers or objects that are outside your house that could clog the sewers.

Stay informed about the weather warnings of your locality, it is also encouraged:

• To avoid spreading rumors
• Take precautions, do not walk or drive through flooded streets, there may be drains without covers
• Check evacuation routes in your area
• Locate the closest temporary shelters
• Prepare and have your emergency backpack at hand
• Avoid going out during the storm
• Store important documents and protect them from getting wet
• Check the electrical installations of your house and neighborhood; In case of loose cables, notify the authorities
• Avoid crossing rivers or streams, either on foot or by car
• Remove palapas, furniture and equipment from recreation areas in the beach area
• Retire and safeguard small boats
• Get away from the beach. Securing objects that can become projectiles
• If necessary, interrupt the electricity, water and gas supplies
• Avoid taking refuge in weak constructions or with a sheet roof; it is better to go to a temporary shelter
• Strengthen your home if you live in an area with strong winds
• Prepare and have at hand your family civil protection plan, your emergency backpack and updated telephone directory
• Faced with intense and prolonged rains, the danger of slope instability can increase, so it is very important to attend to the Civil Protection indications
• If you live on the side of a hill or below it, constantly check for cracks or subsidence
• The timely detection of signs of slope instability and their notification to the local authorities will allow decisions to be taken, such as preventive evacuation actions.

Find out from official sources, the most up-to-date information is published on the social networks of the National Coordination of Civil Protection (CNPC) and National Metereological Service.

Twitter CNPC: https://twitter.com/CNPC_MX

Facebook CNPC: https://www.facebook.com/CNPCmx

Twitter SMN: https://twitter.com/conagua_clima

Facebook SMN: https://www.facebook.com/conaguamx

National Metereological Service: https://smn.conagua.gob.mx/es/

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