Twin storms are battering the east and west coasts of Mexico, killing at least 17 people so far and forcing thousands to flee their homes.
Hurricane Ingrid is forecast to strike Mexico’s Gulf coast early Monday with winds as high as 120 kilometers per hour.
The Category One storm could dump as much as 63 centimeters of rain on parts of the east. Ingrid already has soaked several coastal towns and sent thousands running for safety.
Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Manuel has brought heavy rains and high winds to Mexico’s Pacific Coast. At least 17 people have been killed by landslides, flash floods and collapsed buildings in the southwestern state of Guerrero.
Forecasters predict more heavy rain and life-threatening weather before Manuel is expected to break apart over land Monday.
