Strong hurricane Otis hits Mexico, kills 27

Mexico: Hurricane Otis struck the Mexican resort town of Acapulco, resulting in the tragic loss of 27 lives.

This formidable hurricane is marked as one of the most powerful ever recorded, with wind speeds reaching a staggering 270 kilometers per hour.

The aftermath of Hurricane Otis has left a trail of destruction in Acapulco.

The powerful winds uprooted trees, tore off the roofs of houses and hotels, and unleashed severe floods that washed away roads, cutting off land connections to various areas.

Hospitals had to be evacuated, with patients relocated to safer locations.

Tragically, the overflowing rivers have swept away numerous individuals, and four people are still reported as missing.

The death toll has risen to at least 27 as a result of various incidents stemming from the hurricane's wrath.

Mexico's President expressed the urgency of the situation, highlighting that Hurricane Otis rapidly formed within hours and is classified as the fifth most perilous storm to hit Acapulco.