Hurricane John's deadly return devastates Mexico's coast again

Hurricane John's return to the coast of Mexico has become a reality. The AFP agency reported additional victims of the destructive force of nature.

Hurricane John first struck Mexico's Pacific coast on Tuesday, 24 September, as a category three hurricane. After briefly weakening and retreating over the waters, it returned on Sunday as a dangerous tropical storm.

The AFP agency reported the tragic effects of Hurricane John's return to the Mexican coast. According to their report, citing local authorities, at least 16 people have died. There are also missing individuals, leading some local media to report as many as 29 victims of the natural disaster.

On Sunday, President Andrés Manuel López Obrador confirmed that Guerrero state has the worst situation. Victims were also recorded in the neighbouring state of Oaxaca.

The storm caused significant damage and led to panic in the resort town of Acapulco. Residents and tourists still remember Hurricane Otis, which, in October 2023, as a category five hurricane, caused significant destruction and dozens of fatalities. The situation troubles both the residents of the endangered areas and the businesses operating there. Fear is also growing due to the increasing frequency of hurricanes in these regions, confirmed by meteorologists.

Future President of Mexico Claudia Sheinbaum announced that she will visit Guerrero state on 2 October, the day after her inauguration.