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Tropical Storm Barbara Develops Off Mexico's Coast, Hurricane Potential Looms

Tropical Storm Barbara has formed off Mexico's southwest coast, with forecasts indicating it may strengthen into a hurricane by Monday, bringing heavy rainfall and dangerous surf.


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  • Tropical Storm Barbara has formed off the southwest coast of Mexico, with maximum sustained winds of 45 mph.
  • The US National Hurricane Center predicts Barbara could become a hurricane by Monday.
  • Heavy rainfall of 2 to 4 inches is expected in western Mexico, raising concerns for flooding and mudslides.
  • No coastal watches or warnings have been issued yet for the storm, but dangerous surf and rip currents are anticipated.
  • Residents are advised to prepare for potential impacts as the storm develops.

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Emphasizes the formation of Tropical Storm Barbara off Mexico's southwest coast and potential hazards.

Tropical Storm Barbara has formed off the southwest coast of Mexico.

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There are currently no coastal watches or warnings in effect.

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Heavy rainfall of 2 to 4 inches in Mexico's western states may cause flooding and mudslides through Monday.

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The storm is expected to create dangerous surf and rip currents along the southwestern coast of Mexico.

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The storm is forecasted to become a hurricane by Monday according to the US National Hurricane Center.

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Heavy rainfall could result in flooding and mudslides.

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The maximum sustained winds reached 45 mph (75 kph) with higher gusts.

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"…Heavy rainfall totals of 2 to 4 inches (5 to 10 centimeters), with amounts of up to 6 inches (15 centimeters) in limited areas, are possible across portions of the Mexican states of Guerrero, Michoacan, Colima, and Jalisco through Monday."

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"…Heavy rainfall totals of 2 to 4in (5 to 10cm), with amounts of up to 6in (15cm) in limited areas, are possible across portions of the Mexican states of Guerrero, Michoacan, Colima, and Jalisco through Monday."

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"…The storm has maximum sustained winds of 45 miles per hour, with higher gusts."

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