Hurricane Erick is gaining strength quickly in the Eastern Pacific and poses a serious threat to Mexico’s southern coast. Weather experts warn it could become a major hurricane before hitting land late Wednesday night or early Thursday. Erick was elevated to hurricane level early Wednesday, becoming the second hurricane in the 2025 Eastern Pacific hurricane season. Weather measurements taken at 11 a.m. ET Wednesday showed Erick packing sustained winds reaching almost 85 mph, with even more intense bursts. “We expect Erick to drift northwestward and close in on the southwestern coast of Mexico,” said AccuWeather Lead Hurricane Expert Alex DaSilva. … Continue reading Hurricane Erick Strengthens Rapidly: Mexico Braces for 100+ MPH Winds and 20-Inch Rainfall