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Tropical Storm Barry, formed on Saturday in the Gulf of Mexico, made landfall Sunday night on the east coast of the country before dissipating, according to the National Hurricane Center (NHC) on social media platform X.
The system was located 100 miles southeast of Tampico, Mexico, with maximum sustained winds of 30 miles per hour, moving northwest at 9 mph. Although it has weakened as a cyclone, Barry could still bring heavy rainfall of up to 8 inches to the states of San Luis Potosí and Tamaulipas, increasing the risk of floods and landslides in the coming hours and days.
An active 2025 season in the Atlantic
The 2025 hurricane season in the Atlantic Ocean officially began on June 1 and has already recorded two named systems: Tropical Storm Andrea, which formed and dissipated in the Atlantic earlier in June, and now Barry, which is becoming the first cyclone to make landfall.
The NOAA has forecasted an above-normal season, with 13 to 19 named storms, including 6 to 10 hurricanes, of which 3 to 5 could reach great intensity (category 3 to 5).
The season in the Atlantic extends until November 30, although it is known that cyclones can form outside of this official period.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tropical Storm Barry and the 2025 Hurricane Season
How did tropical storm Barry affect Mexico?
Tropical storm Barry made landfall on the east coast of Mexico before dissipating, although it continued to cause heavy rainfall in the states of San Luis Potosí and Tamaulipas, increasing the risk of floods and landslides.
What is expected for the 2025 hurricane season in the Atlantic?
The 2025 hurricane season is expected to be more active than usual, with the formation of between 13 and 19 named storms, of which 6 to 10 could become hurricanes, and between 3 and 5 could reach major intensity (category 3 to 5).
Why is an active hurricane season expected in 2025?
The warming of the Atlantic Ocean is a key factor that increases the risk of cyclonic development. Additionally, the neutral conditions of the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) promote greater cyclonic activity.
What precautions should residents in storm-affected areas take?
It's important for residents in coastal areas to always be prepared, as it only takes a single storm to make landfall to have devastating consequences. Early and sustained preparation is key.
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