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Acapulco, also known as the Pearl of the Pacific, is currently in the process of recovering after being struck by Hurricane Otis. The powerful storm, the strongest on record for the Pacific coast of Mexico, wreaked havoc on the city, leaving behind widespread destruction and claiming the lives of at least 27 individuals. Four people are still reported missing.

Satellite imagery captured in the aftermath of the hurricane reveals the extent of the damage inflicted on Acapulco. The images, taken by Maxar Technologies, showcase the significant destruction to the roofs and windows of various hotels and buildings in the city. The Category 5 storm system caught the region off guard with its swift intensification, causing debris to be thrown around, trees to fall, roads to flood, and marinas to sustain damage.

Hurricane Otis resulted in not only loss of life but also severe damage to infrastructure. Telecommunication lines were downed, leaving residents disconnected from the outside world. The National Guard of Mexico is working to clear roadways leading to coastal communities that have been cut off.

The President of Mexico, Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, has announced that the reconstruction of homes and businesses damaged by Otis will commence promptly. Acapulco’s recovery efforts will involve rebuilding the shattered structures and reconnecting the isolated communities.

This is the strongest hurricane to hit the region since Hurricane Pauline in 1997, which caused extensive devastation and loss of life. The people of Acapulco are now faced with the challenging task of rebuilding their lives and restoring the city to its former state.

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