Roslyn Strengthened to Category 3 Hurricane Causing Damaging Winds and Heavy Rains in Mexico

The latest weather forecast showed that Roslyn, which reached a Category 3 hurricane, is downgraded to a tropical storm.

The storm pounded portions of west-central Mexico, causing damaging winds and heavy rains.

In a previous report, the NOAA National Hurricane Center advised that Tropical Storm Roslyn could cause rainfall conditions in southwestern and west-central Mexico.

A storm surge could result in coastal flooding with dangerous sea and threatening surf.

According to AccuWeather's current weather update, the report said Roslyn was the 17th named system of the 2022 season.

From being a tropical depression 19-E on Wednesday, Roslyn gained strength and became a tropical storm making landfall in Mexico on Sunday.

AccuWeather and The New York Times reports said that Tropical Storm Roslyn's impact resulted in two deaths in Mexcaltitán and Rosamorada municipalities.

Meanwhile, AccuWeather reported that Tropical Storm Roslyn could impact through Monday, causing flooding rainfall, mudslides, rough surf, and power outages.

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Weather moisture

The forecast also showed that Tropical Storm Roslyn could provide moisture to the potential severe weather conditions in the Southern United States.

Portions in the Southern U.S, especially in Texas and Oklahoma, have been experiencing moderate to extreme drought.

The severe storm, with added moisture from Tropical Storm Roslyn, could influence rainfall in the area.

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The severe weather conditions in the United States could result in heavy rains, damaging winds, and potentially isolated tornadoes, affecting Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Missouri, and Jackson areas.

Tropical Storm Preparations

Reports showed that Tropical Storm Roslyn resulted in two deaths. Although Roslyn is downgraded to tropical storm from category 3 hurricane, it could still unleash heavy rains and strong winds.

Here are some reminders of the impact of Tropical Storm Roslyn impact.

Stay updated with Tropical Storm Roslyn's reports and developments.
Check your house for the storm's potential impact. Be careful with the electrical wires or outlets.
Be cautious with broken power lines and debris from Tropical Storm Roslyn. Avoid traveling in areas that have ongoing clearing operations after the storm.
Full charge your gadgets in case power and communication lines are affected due to the tropical storm.
People near the coast should watch out for potential landslides and flash floods. Monitor for rapid sea-level rise.
Always prepare an emergency first aid kit and bag in case of any evacuations. It should contain medicines, basic food supplies, primary documents, a flashlight, or an extra power bank.

Coastal storm

Meanwhile, parts of the Northeastern U.S could experience a coastal storm.

The severe storm could cause gusty winds and rains in the mid-Atlantic coast and New England.

The report showed that the storm starting Monday could also help water drought areas in the Northeastern U.S.

On the other hand, Virginia Beach, New York, Boston, and Rehoboth Beach residents should be cautious about the area's potential minor coastal flooding.