Wind and rain the afternoon of New Year’s eve in Puerto Peñasco led to a citywide power outage of at least 3 hours in the main part of town, and over 12 hours in outlying areas, including Miramar. Following tours through town, members of the Municipal Civil Protection and C.O.E. met to determine damage caused […]
Puerto Peñasco’s port remains closed this afternoon to all navigation due to possible stormy conditions, plus a forecast of clouds and rain as part of the passing of tropical storm Paine near the coasts of Baja California. According to information from Peñasco’s Port Captain, possible rain and stormy weather is forecast for September 21st and […]
Strong winds and tides are forecast for Puerto Peñasco due to effects from Hurricane Newton, leading to closure of the port to all type of vessels while authorities remain alert to State Civil Protection regulations. As part of the impact from the passage of Hurricane Newton, which is threatening the coasts of Baja California, the […]
With the objective of providing information as to the possible impact on municipalities across Sonora during hurricane season, as well as progress on contingency plans, authorities from various municipalities accompanied by state and military officials recently held a regional meeting in Puerto Peñasco regarding preparation for the tropical storm season. The event, presided over by […]
With the proximity of Tropical Storm Simon, The State Civil Protection Unit (UECP) has issued a yellow alert for much of the northern part of Sonora, including the municipalities of San Luis Río Colorado, Plutarco Elías Calles, Puerto Peñasco, Caborca, Pitiquito, Altar, Atil, Trincheras, Tubutama, Sáric y Oquitoa. A yellow alert is a moderate warning, […]
Strong rains measuring up to 50 mm are expected for the northern and northwestern part of Sonora this weekend, along with cold front #39, reports Information Chief of the State Civil Protection Unit (UEPC) Carlos Jesús Arias. According to the National Meteorological Service, the short cold front should roll in on Friday afternoon, bringing with […]