The Latest Breaking News from Hurricane

Hurricane Otis unexpectedly turned from mild to monster in record time, and scientists are struggling to figure out what happened and why

‘Communications are completely down’

Otis has strengthened rapidly, going from a tropical storm to a Category 5 hurricane in 12 hours

Hurricane Otis slammed into Mexico’s southern Pacific coast as a catastrophic Category 5 hurricane early Wednesday, bringing 165 mph (270 kmh) winds and heavy rain to Acapulco and surrounding towns, stirring memories of a 1997 storm that killed dozens of people.

Hurricane Otis has slammed into Mexico’s southern Pacific coast as a catastrophic Category 5 hurricane, bringing 165 mph winds and heavy rain to Acapulco and nearby towns

Survivors express frustration with authorities as rescue efforts remain slow

Hurricane Otis strengthened from a tropical storm to a dangerous Category 5 hurricane in a matter of hours Tuesday as it approached Mexico’s southern Pacific coast, where it was forecast to make landfall near the resort of Acapulco early Wednesday causing catastrophic damage.

Hurricane Otis slammed into Mexico's southern Pacific coast as a catastrophic Category 5 hurricane early Wednesday, bringing dangerous winds and heavy rain to Acapulco and surrounding towns.

Tropical Storm Otis has strengthened to a hurricane as it approaches Mexico’s southern Pacific coast where it is forecast to make landfall near the resort of Acapulco late Tuesday or early Wednesday