Tropical Storm Fernand Hits Mexico's Gulf Coast, Expected to Weaken Associated Press
go to original August 26, 2013

AAP Update: At least 13 people have been killed by mudslides in the eastern Mexican state of Veracruz. The victims were from three municipalities in central Veracruz. Heavy rain and high winds led to flooding and damage to more than 100 houses, forcing some 300 people to flee to higher ground. Weather forecasters were reporting winds of 55km/h.

MIAMI  — Tropical Storm Fernand is expected to weaken to a tropical depression later in the day as it moves across Mexico.

The storm's maximum sustained winds early Monday are near 45 mph.

A tropical storm warning is in effect on Mexico's coast from Veracruz north to Barra de Nautla.

The government of Veracruz state has advised its 7.7 million residents to stay home, and Gov. Javier Duarte suspended classes in the whole state to protect children from venturing out into winds and rain.

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