Tropical Storm Boris Forms and Threatens Mexico’s Pacific Coast: Heavy Rain and Landslide Risk

Tropical Storm Boris Forms

Heavy Rain in Guerrero

Landslide Risk

Tropical Storm Boris formed off the southern Pacific coast of Mexico and triggered weather alerts in the early hours of Monday. The system was located near Guerrero and Oaxaca, raising concern over its effects in vulnerable areas.

According to reports, the phenomenon had sustained winds of around 65 km/h. Its slow movement toward the northeast increased the possibility of prolonged rainfall.

Specialists expect the system to turn north along its path. That shift could directly affect coastal areas during the night.

The forecast indicates that it would make landfall in Guerrero before gradually weakening. Afterward, it is expected to lose strength once it moves inland.

Heavy Rain and Flooding Danger

Tropical Storm Boris Forms and Threatens Mexico’s Pacific Coast-Photo: Shutterstock

Expected rainfall ranges between 10 and 25 centimeters in coastal areas. That amount of water could create dangerous accumulations in a short period of time.

Weather authorities warned that the main risk will be flash flooding. There is also the possibility of landslides in mountainous regions.

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“These rains may cause life-threatening flooding and landslides,” officials said. The warning is especially urgent in communities with steep terrain.

The combination of saturated soils and steep slopes increases the danger. Civil Protection remains under constant monitoring for any emergency.

Alerts Activated in the Region

A tropical storm warning was issued from Laguna de Chacahua to Tecpan de Galeana. Adverse conditions could be felt over the next 24 hours.

Wind gusts, elevated surf, and persistent rain are expected in these areas. Authorities recommend taking extreme precautions and following official instructions.

The system does not represent a threat to the Mexican cities that will host the World Cup. However, it could affect coastal communities with vulnerable infrastructure.

Residents of Guerrero and Oaxaca remain attentive to official statements. Local authorities are preparing possible preventive actions in case of emergencies.

Tropical Storm Boris Is the Second Named Storm of the Season

Boris is the second named storm of the current Pacific season. The cyclone period in this basin officially began on May 15.

The first was Amanda, which formed offshore without causing impacts on land. By contrast, Tropical Storm Boris could generate direct effects in Mexican territory.

Meanwhile, no cyclones have been recorded in the Atlantic so far this year. That season began on June 1 and remains without active systems.

Monitoring will continue in the coming hours as the system advances. Authorities insist that prevention will be key given the potential for flooding and landslides, AccuWeather reported.