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.
Overview
- 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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Analysis
Emphasizes the location and movement of Tropical Storm Barbara in the Eastern Pacific Ocean.
At 4 a.m., the center was located in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, moving west-northwest at 12 miles per hour.
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"…The storm has maximum sustained winds of 45 miles per hour, with higher gusts."
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The current wind speed is near 45 mph (75 kph), with predictions that it could strengthen into a hurricane by Monday, potentially reaching up to 80 mph.
Heavy rainfall is expected across portions of the Mexican states of Guerrero, Michoacan, Colima, and Jalisco, with totals of 2 to 4 inches and up to 6 inches in limited areas.
No coastal watches or warnings have been issued yet for Tropical Storm Barbara.
Tropical Storm Barbara poses risks of dangerous surf and rip currents along the southwestern Mexico coast.
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