WorldSTORM WATCH

Simon strengthens into a Category 4 hurricane near Mexico

The hurricane is approaching Mexico's coast, intensifying as it draws near; Category 4 means one step away from the maximum strength.

On air: Rex "Two-Point" Gridley, Chip Darnell and Brock Thunderson on The Tailgate
Published 8:49 AM ET, Saturday, October 10, 2026

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AP NewsSimon strengthens into a Category 4 hurricane as it approaches Mexico’s coast

Rex "Two-Point" Gridley · Sports AnchorUpdate on the cancer vaccine story from earlier.
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Brock Thunderson · Chief MeteorologistAye, that's a market note, Rex. I'm the one with the actual storm.
Brock Thunderson · Chief MeteorologistAP News reports Simon has strengthened into a Category 4 hurricane, and it is approaching Mexico's coast.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorCategory four! That's one step from the top of the scale!
Brock Thunderson · Chief MeteorologistAye. Four of five. Folk on that coast should follow local officials, and I mean it.
Rex "Two-Point" Gridley · Sports AnchorFour of five?
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorThat's a number one seed in the worst bracket!
Brock Thunderson · Chief MeteorologistNobody wants that trophy, Chip. Nobody.
Rex "Two-Point" Gridley · Sports AnchorEven the kickoff tees are staying home!