Introduction
The Guardia Nacional (GN) has activated the DN-III-E plan in the state of Guerrero due to the impacts caused by tormenta tropical Dalila. This weather event has resulted in heavy rainfall, landslides, and sinkholes across various regions of Guerrero.
GN’s Response and Actions
GN elements are conducting patrols and providing support at critical locations, such as the Metlapil-La Venta stretch, where a landslide occurred, and the Las Cruces-Pinotepa Nacional stretch affected by a sinkhole. Additionally, tasks involving debris removal and ditch clearing to prevent flooding, as well as road flagging to avoid accidents, have been deployed.
In coordination with state and municipal authorities, recommendations have been issued to residents in coastal areas to stay away from high-risk zones and follow Protección Civil advisories.
Expanded Monitoring
Authorities are maintaining constant surveillance not only in Guerrero but also in Jalisco, Colima, Michoacán, Oaxaca, Chiapas, and Veracruz due to anticipated further rainfall and impacts from this meteorological phenomenon.
Weather Forecast: More Rain and High Waves from Dalila and Other Systems
According to the National Weather Service, the circulation of tormenta tropical Dalila, combined with tropical wave number 3, low-pressure channels, and intense moisture inflow, will cause heavy rainfall (75 to 150 mm) in Nayarit, Jalisco, Oaxaca, Chiapas, and southern Veracruz throughout Sunday and Monday morning.
Although Dalila is expected to dissipate soon, its detached cloud formations will continue generating intense rainfall and strong winds with gusts up to 70 km/h, along with elevated wave heights (2.5 to 3.5 meters) along the coasts of Colima and Jalisco.
Heavy rainfall will also affect states in the north, northeast, center, and south of the country, including Guerrero, Michoacán, Estado de México, and the Federal District. Authorities warn of potential landslides, flooding, falling trees, and impacts from strong winds and dust storms in various regions.
Simultaneously, the environment will remain extremely hot, with temperatures exceeding 45 °C in Baja California, Sonora, and Chihuahua, and 35 to 40 °C in areas like Jalisco, Colima, Michoacán, Oaxaca, Chiapas, and the Yucatan Peninsula.
Authorities advise exercising extreme caution, avoiding high-risk areas, and staying informed through official channels.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the Guardia Nacional (GN) doing in Guerrero? The GN has activated the DN-III-E plan, conducting patrols and providing support at critical locations affected by tormenta tropical Dalila. They are also coordinating with state and municipal authorities to issue recommendations for coastal residents.
- What impacts are expected from tormenta tropical Dalila? Heavy rainfall, landslides, sinkholes, and strong winds with gusts up to 70 km/h are anticipated. Elevated wave heights of 2.5 to 3.5 meters are expected along the coasts of Colima and Jalisco.
- Which regions will be affected by the heavy rainfall? Heavy rainfall is expected in Nayarit, Jalisco, Oaxaca, Chiapas, southern Veracruz, and other states including Guerrero, Michoacán, Estado de México, and the Federal District.
- What precautions should people take? Authorities recommend exercising extreme caution, avoiding high-risk areas, and staying informed through official channels.
