Hurricane Kristy has made headlines as it rapidly intensified to a powerful Category 5 storm in the Pacific Ocean, becoming the strongest Eastern Pacific hurricane since Otis. The storm follows its transformation from Tropical Storm Nadine in just 72 hours. Despite its strength, forecasters predict it will remain over water, sparing any immediate land impact. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Trami has caused severe flooding and landslides in the Philippines, resulting in the loss of at least two dozen lives. Authorities continue to monitor Hurricane Kristy, which is expected to maintain its strength before potentially weakening over the weekend.