Hurricane Carlotta struck Mexico at about 00:00 GMT on 16 June.

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Hurricane Carlotta struck Mexico at about 00:00 GMT on 16 June.Data supplied by theUS Navy and Air Force Joint Typhoon Warning Centersuggest that the point of landfallwasnear15.4 N,96.8 W.Carlotta brought 1-minute maximum sustained winds to the region of around166 km/h (103 mph).Wind gusts in the area mayhave beenconsiderably higher. According to the Saffir-Simpson damage scale the potential property damage and flooding from a storm ofCarlotta'sstrength (category 2)at landfall includes: Storm surge generally 1.8-2.4 metres (6-8 feet) above normal. Some roofing material, door, and window damage of buildings. Considerable damage to shrubbery and trees with some trees blown down. Considerable damage to mobile homes, poorly constructed signs, and piers. Coastal and low-lying escape routes flood 2-4 hours before arrival of the storm center. Small craft in unprotected anchorages break moorings. There is also the potential for flooding further inland due to heavy rain. The information above is provided for guidance only and should not be used to make life or death decisions or decisions relating to property. Anyone in the region who is concerned for their personal safety or property should contact their official national weather agency or warning centre for advice. This alert is provided by TropicalStorm Risk (TSR) which is sponsored by Benfield, Royal & SunAlliance,Crawford & Company and University College London (UCL). TSR acknowledges thesupport of the UK Met Office.