Tropic News Today — September 24, 2026
In historic first, tropical turtles spotted nesting on California beaches and more — today's tropic signal.
As the tropics continue to show us their power and beauty, we're seeing a mix of remarkable and concerning developments. In a heartening sign of climate resilience, tropical turtles have been spotted nesting on California beaches for the first time in recorded history. This milestone highlights the complex and often surprising ways that species are adapting to a changing world. Meanwhile, in the Pacific, Hurricane Polo is barreling its way towards Mexico, threatening torrential rains and disruption to communities in its path.
The storm's approach comes as the Pacific tropics are experiencing a surge in activity, with multiple areas of low pressure churning across the region. As we've seen time and again, the tropics are on the frontlines of climate change, with rising ocean temperatures and shifting weather patterns contributing to more intense and unpredictable storms. As we track the progress of Hurricane Polo and its potential impacts, we're also keeping an eye on the long-term trends that are shaping the tropics and the communities that call them home.
Today's signal:
• In historic first, tropical turtles spotted nesting on California beaches (theguardian.com)
• El poderoso Huracán Polo amenaza a México con lluvias torrenciales mientras los trópicos del Pacífico se agitan (yaleclimateconnections.org)
• Powerful Hurricane Polo threatens Mexico with torrential rain as Pacific tropics erupt (yaleclimateconnections.org)