search
Pacific region
Trends
- 1
The New York Times has published tracking maps following Typhoon Surigae, one of the strongest storms recorded early in the 2021 Pacific typhoon season. The maps chart the typhoon's position and projected movement across the western Pacific. Surigae intensified rapidly over open waters, drawing attention from meteorologists and residents monitoring its potential impact on islands in the region.
- 2Hurricane Polo bears down on Mexico's Baja CaliforniaโMexico's Baja California braces for major Hurricane Polo as Hurricane Nolo still threatens Hawaii
Hurricane Polo, a major storm, is expected to hit Mexico's Baja California peninsula, with residents and authorities preparing for strong winds, heavy rain and coastal damage. Meanwhile, in the Pacific, Hurricane Nolo continues to pose a threat to Hawaii. Both storms are being closely tracked as twin hurricane risks unfold on opposite sides of the Pacific basin.
- 3Tropical Storm Rachel forms off Mexico's southwest coastโTropical Storm Rachel forms off Mexico's southwest coast, forecasters say
Tropical Storm Rachel has formed off Mexico's southwest coast, according to forecasts. The storm's development is being tracked closely, with residents and authorities in the region monitoring its projected path and potential impact on coastal areas.
- 4Hurricane Polo's track could bring impacts to Southern CaliforniaโTracking Hurricane Polo: What the storm's trajectory means for SoCal
Tropical Storm Polo is moving up the Pacific off Mexico's coast, and forecasters in Southern California are monitoring its trajectory. While direct landfall is unlikely, the storm's remnants could pull moisture toward the region, raising the possibility of rain, surf, and increased thunderstorm risk. Residents are being urged to follow updated forecasts as the system evolves.
- 5Eastern Pacific Stays Active as New Atlantic System EmergesโTropical Update: Eastern Pacific Stays Active; Another area to watch in the Atlantic
Forecasters are tracking continued tropical activity in the Eastern Pacific while monitoring a new area of interest in the Atlantic. The update highlights that both basins remain watchful as the season progresses, with no specific storm impacts named yet. Residents in coastal regions are advised to keep an eye on upcoming forecasts as systems develop.
- 6
Heidi, the Australian health AI company behind an AI scribe used by clinicians, says it is pursuing further deployments across Asia-Pacific health systems. The push signals growing regional demand for AI documentation tools that reduce administrative burden on doctors and nurses. Health sector observers are watching how quickly public hospitals and national services adopt the technology.
- 7
New research reported by ScienceDaily describes geological activity tearing apart the Earth's crust beneath the Pacific Northwest of North America. The finding concerns the Cascadia region, where tectonic forces are said to be slowly splitting the seabed and coastal crust. Geologists say the discovery sheds light on how tectonic plates deform and how the region's earthquake hazards may evolve over time.