Showers and isolated thunderstorms may develop in South Texas through Monday as Tropical Storm Barry churns in the Bay of Campeche, but no severe consequences are forecast at this time.
According to the National Weather Service in Corpus Christi, Barry formed early Saturday and is heading northwest at 6 mph. The system is expected to make landfall in eastern Mexico late Saturday or overnight, bringing strong winds and heavy rain to the northeastern Mexican states.
While tropical storm-force winds are forecast near the storm’s center, the outer bands may only affect far South Texas, bringing increased cloud cover and scattered rain. Coastal communities such as Brownsville, Harlingen, and McAllen may get brief rains today and tomorrow, but flooding or wind damage is not expected.
No advisories or warnings have been issued for Texas, and local emergency officials are not recommending any immediate actions. Residents are encouraged to watch updates in case Barry’s track shifts.
Barry is not predicted to develop considerably, and its slow movement will likely keep most risks in eastern Mexico.