On the afternoon of Wednesday, November 13, the National Meteorological Service (SMN) issued a notice about the formation of a potential tropical cyclone in the Atlantic Ocean, over the Western Caribbean. For now, tropical cyclone number 19 does not pose a danger to Mexico, but it is expected to evolve into a depression or tropical storm in the coming hours and be named 'Sara.' It is currently moving west at 9 km/h with sustained winds of 45 km/h and gusts of 65 km/h.
The center of this phenomenon is located 735 kilometers east of Isla Guanaja, Honduras, and 960 km east-southeast of Punta Herrero, Quintana Roo, according to information from the National Water Commission (Conagua). Civil Protection of Yucatán anticipates an increase in wave height, rain, and strong winds from Monday, November 18 to Wednesday, November 20 in the state.
The population is urged to take precautions in the mentioned areas due to rain, wind, and waves, including maritime navigation, and to follow the recommendations of the authorities of the National Civil Protection System. Tropical cyclone number 19 is expected to affect Belize and the Yucatán Peninsula with tropical storm strength over the weekend.
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) of the United States reported that early next week, heavy rainfall, significant flash flooding, and landslides are expected in Central America, in countries such as Honduras, Belize, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Nicaragua.