Hurricane Genevieve and Tropical Storm Fausto Update

Genevieve was anticipated to change in intensity before weakening later in the week. Satellite images depict Hurricane Fausto and Hurricane Genevieve near the southwest coast of Mexico in the Pacific Ocean.

MIAMI — Major Hurricane Genevieve was active in the Pacific Ocean on Monday evening, while Tropical Storm Fausto brought large surf to Hawaii. Genevieve briefly reached Category 5 status early Monday, marking the first such storm in the East Pacific region in two years, as reported by the National Hurricane Center.

Genevieve maintained maximum sustained winds of 145 mph (230 kph). It was located approximately 505 miles (810 kilometers) southwest of Baja California’s southern tip, heading northwest at 12 mph (19 kph). While no coastal watches or warnings were announced, the hurricane center mentioned that swells from Genevieve were affecting parts of Mexico’s southwestern coast and the Baja California peninsula, potentially causing life-threatening surf and rip currents.

Further northwest, Hurricane Fausto had weakened to a tropical storm by Monday evening. It was progressing in the direction of the Hawaiian Islands. Although Fausto was projected to pass north of Hawaii, residents were advised to stay informed about the storm’s developments. Increased surf and strong currents were noted on east-facing shores of Hawaii’s islands.

Fausto’s maximum sustained winds reached 70 mph (110 kph). It was centered about 415 miles (670 kilometers) east-northeast of Hilo, Hawaii, moving west-northwest at 16 mph (26 kph).