MIAMI — While the remnants of Tropical Storm Barry continued to drench eastern Mexico with heavy rainfall on Sunday, attention shifted to the Pacific, where Tropical Storm Flossie is gathering strength and may soon become a hurricane.

The U.S. National Hurricane Center (NHC) reported that the weakening depression, formerly Barry, came ashore just south of Tampico with maximum sustained winds of 35 mph, moving northwest at 9 mph. Although all tropical storm watches and warnings were lifted, the risk of flooding and rainfall remained high through Monday.

Meanwhile, a tropical storm watch was in effect along Mexico’s southwestern coast, from Zihuatanejo to Cabo Corrientes, as Flossie approached.

🌪️ Tropical Storm Flossie Could Become Hurricane

Flossie, located approximately 195 miles south-southwest of Acapulco, maintained maximum winds of 45 mph as of early Monday. It was moving northwest at 9 mph and is forecast to intensify rapidly, likely reaching hurricane strength by late Monday or Tuesday, according to the NHC.

While the center of Flossie is expected to remain offshore, moderate to heavy rainfall is predicted across Oaxaca, Guerrero, Michoacán, Colima, and Jalisco through early next week. These regions could face localized flooding and landslides, particularly in mountainous areas.

📍 What’s Next for Mexico

• Barry’s remnants continue to pose flooding threats across eastern Mexico, especially in low-lying and river-adjacent areas.

• Flossie is being closely monitored for rapid intensification and its potential to affect coastal towns and infrastructure, even if its center remains offshore.

• Authorities advise residents and travelers in affected regions to stay alert, monitor updates, and follow local evacuation or safety instructions if necessary.