What if you’re on vacation in Cancun and there is a hurricane warning there?. Although the weather in Cancun promises sunshine nearly 265 days a year, Cancun beaches are in the Caribbean, which is a region prone to tropical storms and hurricanes each year during the months of June- October, therefore Cancun beaches may be at risk of being targeted, that is why hotels in Cancun and the Riviera Maya offer special Cancun deals during hurricane season in addition to the all-year-long great offers. A benefit of traveling to Cancun during this season is to find Cancun accommodation and flights cheaper than at any other time of the year.
Hurricanes are previously identified with names that are assigned to them in alphabetical order.

First of all, if during your vacation in Cancun, there is a hurricane, do not panic. Both government institutions and society of Cancun and the Riviera Maya are well aware of the presence of these weather phenomena, and they know how to take the necessary precautionary measures so as safe and organized approach to hurricane warnings at the area.

The hurricanes or cyclones are caused by depressions that cause wind gusts between 60 and 300 miles per hour, creating big waves on the coast. The strength of the winds cause extensive damage mainly to rural areas where buildings are flimsy.

If during your vacation in Cancun, there is a hurricane warning, tourists are evacuated from the hotels in Cancun to safe shelters that have been conditioned for these emergencies.

When the eye of the hurricane passes over the affected region, there is a temporary calm for an indefinite period, once the eye of the hurricane passes; the winds begin to blow again, with great force in the opposite direction to the original winds.
The facilities of the hotels in Cancun must comply with official standards against hurricanes, and also many Cancun resorts provide shelter for tourists on vacation in Cancun.

In all Cancun resorts, the staff is trained to inform their guests about the measures and procedures to be followed at different stages set for a hurricane evacuation during your vacation in Cancun.

If there is a hurricane when you travel to Cancun, there is no need to fear. There is no risk, as far as you remain within the shelter’s facilities assigned by your hotel staff, in coordination with other hotels in Cancun and Civil Protection.

Follow the instructions accurately. All Cancun Mexico resorts are prepared to manage contingencies.

Especially in Cancun 5 star hotels, reception staff and Public Relations will always inform on time about the hurricane´s route and will take swift action. Listen to radio and watch television. Follow all of the guidelines indicated by Protección Civil to safeguard your family and yourself.