Baja California Sur
Coverage of Baja California Sur in the Nexus archive.
- 2 possible hurricanes are forming off Mexico’s west coast
Mexico’s National Meteorological Service is monitoring two weather systems in the Pacific Ocean with 50% and 60% probabilities of developing into hurricanes. The systems, located southwest of Cabo San Lucas, could intensify over warm waters and potentially trigger the Fujiwhara Effect if they interact.
- MND Local: Hurricane preparedness and fear of a ‘Super El Niño’ in Baja California Sur
Residents of Baja California Sur fear a major hurricane in the 2026 season due to perceived overdue activity and a potential 'Super El Niño' climate pattern. Historical hurricanes like Odile (2014) and Liza (1976) highlight regional vulnerability, while NOAA reports a 63% chance of a Super El Niño, which could intensify storms and extend the hurricane season.
- MND Local: Should Cabo San Lucas become an autonomous municipality?
Cabo San Lucas, a major economic driver for Baja California Sur through tourism, faces political challenges due to its status as a delegation within the Los Cabos municipality. Despite generating significant revenue and experiencing rapid population growth, it receives inadequate public services and infrastructure support from the municipal government based in San José del Cabo. A proposed initiative seeks to grant Cabo San Lucas autonomy as the state’s sixth municipality to address these disparities.