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Tropical Depression Thirteen‑E Forms Off Guerrero as Mexico Warns of Days of Heavy Rain

The new Pacific system is driving intense rainfall in Guerrero and Oaxaca while Mexico City stays under high alerts after flooding and transport disruptions.

Overview

  • Mexico’s weather service confirmed Tropical Depression Thirteen‑E off Guerrero near Acapulco, with 55 km/h sustained winds, stronger gusts and 2–3 m surf forecast for Guerrero and Oaxaca.
  • The SMN reports a nearby low south of Guerrero has a very high chance—around 90%—of developing into Cyclone ‘Mario’ within 48 hours, prompting expanded coastal watches for wind, rain and rough seas.
  • Authorities forecast very heavy to intense rainfall across multiple states, including Jalisco, Colima, Michoacán, Guerrero, Puebla, Veracruz, Oaxaca, Chiapas, Tabasco, Campeche and Yucatán.
  • In Mexico City, SGIRPC issued Purple and Red alerts for southern boroughs after overnight downpours flooded roads and underpasses; the Tren Ligero operated partially with RTP buses as Huipulco and Estadio Azteca stations remained closed.
  • In Chiapas, Tapachula reported more than 100 homes affected by flooding, and the Navy activated Plan Marina with 50 personnel for cleanup, debris removal and medical support.