Introduction: Mexico’s coastal regions face recurring threats from hurricanes and storms, which have intensified in both frequency and severity in recent years due to ongoing climate change. The country’s long coastline along both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans makes it particularly vulnerable to these natural hazards. According to analyses informed by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the North Atlantic has experienced an increase in the proportion and intensity of Category 4 and 5 hurricanes over recent decades, a trend linked in part to rising sea surface temperatures.
This disaster plan aims to reduce loss of life, mitigate economic and environmental damages, and strengthen the resilience of coastal communities facing hurricane and storm impacts. The effectiveness of the response plan depends on sustained cooperation across all levels of government and civil society, alongside an ongoing commitment to revising and updating protocols as risks and threats evolve over time.