Tropical Storm Ileana Causes Severe Flooding in Northern Baja California, Impacts Cabo San Lucas

Tropical Storm Ileana made landfall in northern Baja California, causing significant flooding and damage to the area on September 13, 2024. The storm particularly affected the popular surf destination of Cabo San Lucas, triggering mudslides and inundating streets.

Impacts and Warnings

The Mexican National Meteorological Service (SMN) issued warnings of torrential rains ranging from 150 mm to 250 mm, accompanied by winds gusting between 70 km/h to 90 km/h in the afternoon and evening. Intense rains are predicted to continue into Saturday as the storm weakens and progresses north along the peninsula.