Official Sources:
Severe Weather
Hurricane Marie (Update)
Mexico
On 2 October 2020, the U.S. National Hurricane Center (NOAA), reported that Hurricane Marie is now a Category 4 hurricane and could strengthen later today. Marie is moving towards the northwest near 14 mph (22 km/h). The report is available in English at: NOAA.
Wildfire
Paraguay
On 1 October 2020, the Paraguay National Emergency Secretariat (SEN) reported wildfires occurring in several parts of the country. In addition, media indicated that the Congress of Paraguay declared a national emergency due to large fires fueled by winds of 50 km/h and high temperatures. The risk assessment is ongoing. The reports are available in English at: SEN and Listiniario Noticias.
Unofficial Sources:
Severe Weather
Venezuela
On 2 October 2020, media reported heavy rain and an increase in water levels in several rivers in Sucre Municipality, Miranda State, Venezuela, affecting the following communities: Botalón, El Manguito, La Curva, Querequere, El Naranjo, San Pedrito, and Raúl Leoni Parish. More than 200 families were affected due to floods. The report is available in Spanish at: La patilla Noticias.