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Tropical Storm Barbara Threatens Mexico with Hurricane Strength

6/8/2025

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Tropical Storm Barbara has emerged off Mexico's southwestern coast, packing winds of 60 mph and poised to escalate into a hurricane. With 2-4 inches of rain anticipated, flooding looms over Guerrero, Michoacán, Colima, and Jalisco. As the Pacific hurricane season kicks off, experts warn of a potentially tumultuous few months ahead.

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Tropical Storm Barbara has emerged off Mexico's southwestern coast, packing winds of 60 mph and poised to escalate into a hurricane. With 2-4 inches of rain anticipated, flooding looms over Guerrero, Michoacán, Colima, and Jalisco. As the Pacific hurricane season kicks off, experts warn of a potentially tumultuous few months ahead.