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Sept. 8th, San Jose del Cabo and Tourist Corridor
A week after the passage of Hurricane John, clean-up efforts continue in San Jose del Cabo, while the Tourist Corridor, connecting San Jose del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas remains almost intact.
Results of the hurricane, as well as this week’s (Sept. 4-8) rain are visible in downtown area of San Jose del Cabo, where some of the streets remain flooded, and others have accumulated sand and dirt uncovering, at the same time, large holes in the ground.
Valerio Gonzalez Street--one of the main roads connecting the Transpeninsular Highway with Blvd. Antonio Mijares was closed this morning (Sept. 8) while workers were removing large amounts of dirt accumulated on the sides of the road. Police officers directed traffic, suggesting alternative routes.
Heavy rain has also affected the historic San Jose Estuary, which connected with the sea and is showing accelerated growth of flora.
The Hotel Zone by Paseo Malecon San Jose is back to normal, with passable, dry streets, accessible beaches, and all hotels welcoming visitors.
Most hotels, restaurants and shops in San Jose del Cabo are open and fully operational with normal schedules.
Major hotels, located along the Tourist Corridor didn’t suspend operation during the hurricane and continue receiving guest. Today (Sept. 8), for example, Dreams Los Cabos Resort reached 70% occupancy, while Hotel Westin reached 30 % and Hilton Los Cabos Beach and Golf Resort 27%.
Beaches along the Tourist Corridor haven’t been significantly affected and the most popular—Chileno Bay and Santa Maria Bay attract visitors as always.
If the rain continues however, Los Cabos area will face problems of overflowing arroyos especially CostaAzul, Arroyo Seco, Cabo Real and El Tule, causing traffic congestion on Transpeninsular Highway. Drivers are advised to stay very cautious.
In addition Cabo San Lucas Mayor Luis Armando Díaz warns that it’s just the beginning of the rainy hurricane season in Baja California.
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