Hurricane Genevieve Tracker Updates as Swells 'Pose Dangers' to California
Summary
Hurricane Genevieve is currently a strong hurricane in the eastern Pacific and is expected to weaken in the coming days. While the storm will stay far from California, it is causing large, dangerous waves along the West Coast and increasing the risk of rip currents and coastal flooding.Key Facts
- Genevieve reached Category 5 strength briefly but is now a high-end Category 3 hurricane.
- The storm is located about 530 miles southwest of Baja California and moving west-northwest.
- Genevieve’s strong winds are creating large ocean swells that travel hundreds of miles toward the U.S. West Coast.
- California beaches facing south and southwest will see increased surf through the week.
- The National Weather Service issued warnings about dangerous waves, rip currents, and possible minor coastal flooding in Southern California.
- High tides between 6.2 and 7.0 feet are expected, increasing flooding risks.
- Heavy rain from the hurricane will mostly stay over the ocean and not affect land.
- Forecasters expect the hurricane to slowly weaken as it moves over cooler ocean water.
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