Although authorities have
put Cabo on red alert thankfully there have been no hurricane force winds so
far.
Latest reports from National Hurricane Centre indicate, which were at 03.00am Mexican time (approx 2.5 hours ago) , indicates that Javier may remain as a tropical storm rather than
developing into a full blown hurricane on land. Fingers crossed.
However, authorities remain
vigilant, putting loads of precautions in place - encouraging citizens to
temporary shelters and evacuating where necessary. They are keen to avoid all risks
if at all possible.
Cabo’s Mayor said "Better
to overdo the precautions than to be lamenting a tragedy tomorrow, our concern
is to safeguard the lives of families in Los Cabos, that is the purpose of
civil protection, we have to finish this task and once we have assessed the
risk zone, we will safeguard and assist you with instructions through C2
"he said.
Heavy rains continue to
cause major problems with mudslides trapping many vehicles. Streams are
overflowing, streets are flooded, cars are stranded, and the much anticipated
tennis tournament - Abierto of Mexicano de Los Cabos – has been suspended until
the rain subsides.
Several successful rescues
have been made by firefighters - removing drivers trapped in vehicles and an
elderly couple trapped in a garden.
The airline
Volaris has cancelled flights to Cabo for the moment.
We will be back later
with further updates on the progression of the storm and any local disruptions.
If you are in Los Cabo right
now - please stay safe and secure.