Tropical Storm Barry threatens heavy rainfall across eastern Mexico

Today, on June 29, 2025, the National Hurricane Center in Miami announced the formation of Tropical Storm Barry off the eastern coast of Mexico. The storm is currently located approximately 90 miles east-southeast of Tuxpan, and about 165 miles southeast of Tampico. With maximum sustained winds at 40 mph and a northwestward movement of 6 mph, the storm is predicted to intensify slightly before making landfall. A Tropical Storm Warning has been issued for the coastal area from Boca de Catan to Tecolutla, indicating severe weather conditions ahead. Forecasters expect that the storm could result in substantial rainfall across several regions including Veracruz, San Luis Potosi, and Tamaulipas. Predictions suggest total rainfall could reach between three to six inches, with some isolated areas possibly accumulating up to 10 inches in the following days. This heavy precipitation raises concerns for flooding and possible hazards in the affected communities. Simultaneously, another storm, Tropical Storm Flossie, has developed off Mexico’s southwestern coast. It is located about 240 miles south of Acapulco, moving west at 9 mph, also with maximum sustained winds of 40 mph. Although Flossie remains in open waters, it has triggered a tropical storm watch for the region from Zihuatanejo to Cabo Corrientes. Like Barry, Flossie is expected to bring heavy rainfall across parts of Oaxaca, Guerrero, Michoacán, Colima, and Jalisco. The National Hurricane Center has warned of rapid weakening of Barry as it moves further inland after landfall. As storms like Barry and Flossie develop in the region, residents are advised to stay informed and prepared for erratic weather patterns, which can cause not only immediate dangers but also long-term impacts on local infrastructure and communities. Emergency services and local governments are likely preparing responses in anticipation of the possible effects of these weather systems.