Hurricane Polo's Remnants to Bring Heavy Rain to U.S.
Hurricane Polo's Remnants to Bring Heavy Rain to U.S.
US · Published Sep 25, 2026
• The remnants of Hurricane Polo, a Category 5 storm that rapidly intensified earlier this week, are expected to bring heavy rainfall to the Central and Southern Plains, as well as the Midwest, next week.
• Polo, which formed as a tropical storm on September 21 and intensified due to warm waters and low wind shear, is forecast to weaken as it moves northward through the Baja California Peninsula and northern Mexico.

Impact & Risks

The heavy rainfall could significantly impact areas already saturated from recent storms, increasing the risk of flash flooding. Farmers and ranchers may face challenges such as flooded pastures, damage to winter crops, and delays in harvesting. Severe thunderstorms, strong winds, and tornadoes are possible near and south of the storm's track. While the rain may alleviate drought conditions in some regions, the deluge could lead to infrastructure damage and hazardous travel conditions.

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