Tropical storm explodes into hurricane set to batter vacation hotspot — as US triple threat approaches

Hurricane Simon rapidly intensifies off Mexico's Pacific coast, threatens tourist regions

Hurricane Simon is rapidly strengthening off Mexico's Pacific coast with sustained winds reaching 100 mph, threatening beach resorts and fishing towns along the Jalisco coastline. Authorities have begun preventive evacuations as the storm is forecast to intensify further, bringing hurricane-force winds and torrential rains that could cause flooding and mudslides.