Hurricane Karl

There is a hurricane currently heading towards the east coast of Mexico.  Hurricane Karl, a category 1 hurricane, is about 140 miles east of Mexico and is expected to hit land around midday Friday.  As Karl heads towards the coast it is possible for it to reach major hurricane strength, which is when there are winds sustaining 111 mph.  This storm may raise water levels 6-9 feet above normal and cause 5-15 inches of rain.  While large and destructive waves will most likely hit the coast, Karl is expected to weaken quickly once it enters the moutains.