Tropical Pacific moisture drenches central U.S. as another Pacific hurricane forms
Summary
Tropical moisture from the Pacific brought heavy rain to parts of the central U.S. on Wednesday. Meanwhile, a new hurricane named Rachel formed off the coast of Mexico and may become a strong storm, but it is far from land and not a threat right now.Key Facts
- Tropical moisture from the Pacific caused heavy rain in central U.S. areas.
- Hurricane Rachel formed off Mexico’s coast and is expected to grow quickly.
- Rachel’s winds could reach over 111 mph (178 kph), making it a major hurricane.
- The hurricane is currently far offshore and not a danger to land.
- Parts of New Mexico, which had been very dry, received rain that helped ease drought conditions.
- The dry conditions had caused food shortages for wildlife, like bears entering neighborhoods.
- The rain may improve water supplies in drought-affected areas.
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