Hurricane Polo downgraded but remains 'very powerful' off coast of Mexico

BBC World Wednesday 23 September 2026, 12:24 UTC 1 min read

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The large storm in the Pacific Ocean is being driven by warm waters caused by the El Niño weather phenomenon.

Hurricane Polo (EVENT) Mexico (LOCATION) the Pacific Ocean (LOCATION)

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