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Hurricane Rachel strengthened to a Category 3 storm off Mexico's Pacific coast, according to the National Hurricane Center.
The storm was located about 245 miles off the southern tip of Baja California.
The National Hurricane Center warned of life-threatening surf along Mexico's coast.
Heavy rains were also mentioned in the report as part of the storm's impacts.
Why it mattersThe storm could bring dangerous surf, coastal hazards, and evolving impacts along Mexico’s Pacific coast.
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The article also noted ongoing flooding and storm impacts across parts of the United States, including Texas, Nebraska, Missouri, and Iowa.
Those states remained under flood watches due to storm remnants.