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Tropical Storm Barry (2025)

Tropical Storm Barry was a short-lived tropical cyclone that caused significant flooding in southeastern Mexico. The second named storm of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, Barry developed on June 28, 2025, from a tropical wave over the Bay of Campeche. Prior to formation, Barry's precursor disturbance caused flooding on the Yucatan Peninsula and Belize. After forming, Barry strengthened slightly and reached peak intensity with maximum sustained winds of 45 miles per hour (72 km/h) and a minimum central pressure of 1,006 mb (29.7 inHg) while approaching the Mexican state of Veracruz. The storm then weakened to a tropical depression before making landfall near Tampico, Tamaulipas. The short-lived storm dissipated shortly after landfall over the rugged terrain of Mexico.

Meteorological history
On June 27, a broad area of low pressure formed over the Yucatán Peninsula. As the disturbance emerged into the Bay of Campeche the following morning, a well-defined surface circulation began developing; also, its shower and thunderstorm activity began to show signs of organization. Sea surface temperatures were conductive for development at . The system became Tropical Storm Barry on the morning of June 29, about east-southeast of Tuxpan, Veracruz. The storm moved northwestward, steered by a stationary low-to-mid level ridge in the central Gulf of Mexico. Barry could not become very intense due to high wind shear. That same evening, Barry made landfall south of Tampico, Tamaulipas, and weakened to a tropical depression. Inland, Barry's low-level circulation soon dissipated over the mountains of northeastern Mexico. == Preparations and impact ==
Preparations and impact
Aon estimated the damages would be greater than US$1 million. A maximum of 428 mm (16.9 in) of rain fell. In Chetumal, 40 roads were destroyed. More than 10,000 hectares of sugarcane were lost. The city's drainage system became saturated with water. More than 240 families were left homeless. Total damages from the flooding are estimated at Mex$35 million (US$1.88 million). Upon its formation as a tropical cyclone, the NHC issued tropical storm warnings from Boca de Catán to Tecolutla. Flood warnings were issued for Veracruz in preparation for Barry. Over 100 shelters were opened in Tamaulipas as over 50,000 were put at risk due to floods. Barry's approach led to the Ministry of Education in Tamaulipas bringing forward the end of the 2024–25 school year and suspending classes. A yellow alert was issued for northern Veracruz while a blue alert was issued for the south. The state suspended classes in 51 municipalities for June 30. In Veracruz, schools were damaged and power outages were reported. In Los Tuxtlas, more than 370 mm (14.6 in) of rain fell. Twelve municipalities were affected and seven homes were damaged. However, overall damage in Veracruz was minor, totaling to Mex$5 million (US$268,000). In the city of Veracruz, two people were killed after rough surf caused by Barry swept them out to sea in their car. In Tamaulipas, rainfall and winds caused flooding and damage. In some areas of the state, 200 mm (7.87 in) of rain fell. Three neighborhoods in Tampico were flooded. The Tamesí River overflowed, resulting in 5,000 families being affected. Two trees fell in the city, damaging electrical lines and a fence. In Ciudad Victoria, outer rain bands from Barry triggered street flooding in low lying areas. A pedestrian bridge collapsed in Tamiahua as a result of the storm. At least 300 tons of salt were lost, affecting more than 40 farmers. Thirteen schools were flooded. Significant losses in the transportation sector were reported from road closures. Over 189 neighborhoods and 500 homes were flooded. Numerous state and federal highways damaged. Damage to roads is estimated at Mex$65 million (US$3.49 million), with Mex$40 million (US$2.15 million) of damage being done to state highways and Mex$25 million (US$1.34 million) of damage being done to federal highways. Landslides left 28 rural communities isolated. A man was killed after his car was swept away by an overflowing sewage canal. Over 108 crocodiles were sighted and captured. In Santa María del Río, fallen trees were reported. Damage was reported in at least seven municipalities. Water levels rose to 1.6 m (5.25 ft). Over 400 homes were damaged in the Loma Bonita neighborhood of Tamazunchale. In Axtla de Terrazas, over 1,500 homes were flooded. Five streams overflowed, isolating three communities and 50 families. The remnants also caused flooding in the Huasteca region, with currents dragging vehicles into the water. At least five people were killed in the state: three people were swept away by an overflowing river while riding a razor-type vehicle, and a minor was killed after being swept away by an overflowing river while riding in a car. At least 33 people had to be evacuated to shelters. The contamination of waterways affected crab and oyster farmers. More than 30 vehicles were damaged. The government allocated Mex$6.2 million (US$333,000) to support recovery efforts from the storm. In Puebla, rising waters forced residents to evacuate from their homes. Street flooding stalled vehicles, prompting water-related rescues. Elsewhere In Belize, severe damage was reported to infrastructure with numerous buildings collapsing in rural communities due to the precursor to Barry. No deaths were reported. Numerous landslides were reported and flooding affected more than 20 communities. Over 20 in (508 mm) of rain fell in some areas, causing water levels to rise at least 50 cm (19.7 in), a number not seen in 18 years. Families were forced to evacuate flooded homes and roads were damaged by mudslides. Orange Walk, Corozal, and Cayo District saw the most severe impacts. Despite being far from Barry, North Padre Island, Texas, experienced some effects. Gusty winds toppled beach canopies and tents; rough surf was also reported. Days later, remnant moisture from the storm moved into Texas, contributing to several days of thunderstorms. However, the NHC later determined that the remnants of Barry were not the primary cause of the flooding. == See also ==
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