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Tropical Storm Erick Nears Mexican Coast, Set to Rapidly Intensify

A hurricane warning covers Puerto Ángel to Punta Maldonado with forecasts predicting life-threatening rainfall along the southern Pacific coast

This satellite image provided by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) shows Tropical Storm Erick, Tuesday, June 17, 2025. (NOAA via AP)
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An updated forecast path from the NHC shows Tropical Storm Erick's anticipated arrival time in Mexico.

Overview

  • Erick formed on June 17 in the eastern Pacific and is expected to reach hurricane strength by June 18
  • The National Hurricane Center has issued a hurricane warning from Puerto Ángel to Punta Maldonado as the storm approaches
  • Forecasts show potential rapid intensification to Category 3 strength before landfall Wednesday night or Thursday
  • Oaxaca and Guerrero could receive up to 20 inches of rain, raising risks of flooding, mudslides and storm surge
  • Erick is the fifth named storm of the eastern Pacific season, which is progressing nearly a month ahead of its average pace