Hillary Blasts West Coast

Hurricane Hilary is expected to make landfall on Mexico’s Baja California peninsula early Sunday as a weakened, but still dangerous, Category 1 hurricane. The storm is expected to bring “catastrophic and life-threatening” flooding to the region, as well as flash floods, high winds, isolated tornadoes, and power outages.

A number of cruise ships have adjusted their itineraries to avoid the worst of Hilary’s impact. Carnival Cruise Line modified the Carnival Panorama’s itinerary for a 7-night cruise that set sail from Long Beach, California, on Saturday. The ship will call on Cabo San Lucas on Tuesday, instead of Puerto Vallarta, while the call on Mazatlán on Wednesday has been canceled. Princess Cruises’ Emerald Princess made a service call to Ensenada on Saturday before heading back to Los Angeles a day earlier than originally planned.

Interesting Hurricane Hillary Information:

  • Hurricane Hilary is expected to make landfall on Mexico’s Baja California peninsula early Sunday as a weakened, but still dangerous, Category 1 hurricane.
  • The storm is expected to bring “catastrophic and life-threatening” flooding to the region, as well as flash floods, high winds, isolated tornadoes and power outages.
  • A number of cruise ships have adjusted their itineraries to avoid the worst of Hilary’s impact.
  • California Gov. Gavin Newsom proclaimed a state of emergency on Saturday and urged people to take precautions.