Tropical Storm Norma made landfall near Los Cabos, Mexico on Saturday afternoon, bringing the threat of flash flooding and heavy rainfall to mainland Mexico. Hours later, Hurricane Tammy made landfall on the Caribbean island of Barbuda. The NHC is urging people in the affected areas to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions, and is continuing to monitor the progress of both storms.
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The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has issued a warning that Tropical Storm Lee is expected to rapidly intensify and become an “extremely dangerous major hurricane” by early Friday. Forecasters predict that Lee will intensify into a Category 4 hurricane with winds potentially as high as 155 mph, and the NHC is advising residents of the Leeward Islands to monitor the storm and take necessary precautions to protect themselves and their property. Residents are urged to stay informed and follow the instructions of local officials.
The Chinese government has reported a significant increase in Covid-related deaths since early December, with nearly 60,000 fatalities reported as of Saturday. The National Health Commission (NHC) noted that the majority of these deaths occurred in hospitals, and that the “emergency peak” of the surge appears to have passed. The NHC's announcement provides a more accurate picture of the situation, and the government is continuing to take measures to contain the virus, including travel restrictions, social distancing, and encouraging citizens to get vaccinated.