Hurricane Flossie develops as Mexico prepares for floods and mudslides
- Hurricane Flossie formed on June 30, 2025, off Mexico's southwestern coast with maximum sustained winds of 130 kph.
- Tropical storm warnings were issued for areas along the coast as the hurricane is expected to bring heavy rainfall and significant risks of flooding.
- Local officials urged residents to prepare for potential life-threatening conditions as Flossie approaches.
On June 30, 2025, Hurricane Flossie formed off the southwestern coast of Mexico, prompting local officials to issue warnings for potential flooding and mudslides. This system, initially a tropical storm, was observed strengthening with maximum sustained winds of 130 kph (80 mph) as it moved north-northwest at a speed of 10 mph. Positioned approximately 280 kilometers south of Manzanillo, the hurricane's trajectory indicated it would skirt the coastline for several days, although its center was expected to remain offshore. As a result of Flossie's development, the Mexican government issued a tropical storm warning along the southwestern coast from Punta San Telmo to Playa Perula. In addition, a tropical storm watch was put into effect from Zihuatanejo to Cabo Corrientes, signaling that tropical storm conditions could arise within a couple of days. Forecasters anticipated that Flossie would produce heavy rainfall in parts of Oaxaca, Guerrero, Michoacán, Colima, and Jalisco, with predictions of up to 150 mm (6 inches) of rain which could heighten the risk of flooding and mudslides in steep terrain. The remnants of Tropical Storm Barry were also affecting other regions of Mexico, specifically the Gulf coast, where heavy rains were reported after it came ashore as a tropical depression with maximum winds of 30 mph. This combination of weather systems posed a significant challenge, as regions previously inundated could be susceptible to more intense and hazardous conditions due to ongoing rainfall and potential storm impacts. The U.S. National Hurricane Center was closely monitoring Flossie's progression, advising that life-threatening flooding and mudslides were possible, especially in areas with steep landscapes. The significant swells generated by the hurricane were also expected to impact beaches along the southwestern coast of Mexico, contributing to the danger of rip currents. Authorities urged residents and visitors alike to stay vigilant and prepared for rapidly changing conditions in the days ahead, as the Eastern Pacific hurricane season continued to unfold.