Overview of Tormenta Tropical Barry’s Impact
Tormenta tropical Barry made landfall in Veracruz, Mexico, around 19:00 hours on Sunday near the municipality of Tampico Alto, causing heavy rainfall, strong winds, and high waves across several states.
According to the National Meteorological Service (SMN), the center of the system was located approximately 60 km east-southeast of Pánuco, Veracruz, and 50 km south-southeast of Tampico, Tamaulipas. The storm had sustained winds of 75 km/h, gusts up to 95 km/h, and was moving northwest at 13 km/h.
Forecast for Tormenta Barry
The rainbands associated with Barry will continue to bring severe weather conditions, with the following rainfall forecast:
- Puebla (north and east) and Veracruz (central and north): exceptional rainfall, over 250 mm.
- Tamaulipas (central and south): torrential rainfall, 150 to 250 mm.
- San Luis Potosí (east) and Hidalgo (east): intense rainfall, 75 to 150 mm.
These precipitations could be accompanied by lightning and cause an increase in river and stream levels, landslides, waterlogging, and flooding in low-lying areas.
Furthermore, sustained winds of 70 to 80 km/h, with gusts up to 90 to 110 km/h, and waves of 3 to 4 meters high are expected along the coasts of Tamaulipas and Veracruz. A tropical storm warning remains in effect from Boca de Catán, Tamaulipas, to Tecolutla, Veracruz.
School Suspensions in Veracruz
Due to adverse weather conditions, the Veracruz state government announced through its official Twitter account (@GobiernoVer) the suspension of classes at all educational levels in 51 municipalities:
Early Closure of School Year in Tamaulipas
On the other hand, the Secretariat of Education in Tamaulipas announced the conclusion of the school year starting Monday, June 30, 2025 in the southern, cane, and central regions of the state due to risks associated with tormenta tropical Barry, such as flooding and river/stream level rise.
School activities and administrative tasks for educational staff are also suspended until further notice, and schools are instructed to reschedule official events until weather conditions improve.
Additionally, educational staff is advised to take preventive measures to protect equipment, furniture, and official documentation, as well as keep school areas clean and remain vigilant to state and municipal civil protection communications to ensure the safety of students, families, and educational sector workers.
Recommendations for the Public
Civil protection authorities urge the public to exercise extreme caution due to wind, rain, and wave risks and stay attentive to official alerts from the National System of Civil Protection.
It is recommended to avoid going out unless necessary, check home conditions, stay away from bodies of water, and report any emergencies to local attention numbers. Maritime navigation is also advised to take extreme caution due to wave conditions.
Key Questions and Answers
- Q: What is the current status of Tormenta Tropical Barry?
A: The storm made landfall in Veracruz, causing heavy rain, strong winds, and high waves across several states. - Q: How will Barry impact education in Veracruz and Tamaulipas?
A: Classes have been suspended in 51 Veracruz municipalities, and the school year will conclude early in Tamaulipas’ southern, cane, and central regions due to flood risks. - Q: What weather conditions should the public expect?
A: Expect heavy rainfall, strong winds, and high waves along the coasts of Veracruz and Tamaulipas. - Q: What preventive measures should people take?
A: Stay indoors if possible, check home conditions, avoid bodies of water, and report emergencies. Maritime navigation should take extreme caution.
