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This article is about the Atlantic tropical storm of 2013. For other storms of the same name, see Tropical Storm Barry.
Tropical Storm Barry
Tropical storm (SSHWS/NWS)
Tropical Storm Barry following landfall
FormedJune 17, 2013
DissipatedJune 20, 2013
Highest winds1-minute sustained: 45 mph (75 km/h)
Lowest pressure1003 mbar (hPa); 29.62 inHg
Fatalities3 total
DamageMinimal
Areas affectedCentral America, Mexico
Part of the 2013 Atlantic hurricane season

Tropical Storm Barry was a weak and short-lived tropical cyclone that brought heavy rains to parts of Central America and Mexico in June 2013. Barry originated from a tropical wave that developed in the southern Caribbean Sea. The wave tracked northwestward and began to develop in slightly favorable conditions. On June 17, the disturbance was upgraded to Tropical Depression Two by the National Hurricane Center. Due to its close proximity to land, the system failed to intensify before crossing the southern Yucatán Peninsula. The depression emerged over the Bay of Campeche late on June 18 and became increasingly organized. During the afternoon of June 19, data from Hurricane Hunters revealed the system had intensified into a tropical storm. The newly named Barry attained peak winds of 45 mph (75 km/h) before making landfall in Veracruz, Mexico on June 20. Once onshore, the storm quickly weakened and degenerated into a remnant low that night.

Areas from northern Nicaragua to South-Central Mexico experienced heavy rains from the storm, with notable flooding occurring in many areas. Swollen rivers displaced thousands in Veracruz and killed two people. In El Salvador, one person was left missing by floods as well.

Meteorological history

Map plotting the storm's track and intensity, according to the Saffir–Simpson scale
Map key
Saffir–Simpson scale
  Tropical depression (≤38 mph, ≤62 km/h)
  Tropical storm (39–73 mph, 63–118 km/h)
  Category 1 (74–95 mph, 119–153 km/h)
  Category 2 (96–110 mph, 154–177 km/h)
  Category 3 (111–129 mph, 178–208 km/h)
  Category 4 (130–156 mph, 209–251 km/h)
  Category 5 (≥157 mph, ≥252 km/h)
  Unknown
Storm type
triangle Extratropical cyclone, remnant low, tropical disturbance, or monsoon depression

During the evening hours of June 15, the National Hurricane Center (NHC) began monitoring a large area of disturbed weather in association with a tropical wave over the southwestern Caribbean Sea.[1] Drifting west-northwest, environmental conditions were expected to be favorable for organization, but the system's proximity to land would hinder significant intensification.[2] Despite being close to land, the system acquired a well-defined low-level circulation and organized deep convection. Based on the improved structure, the NHC designated the system as Tropical Depression Two at 1500 UTC on June 17.[3] Situated 60 mi (95 km) east of Monkey River Town, Belize,[4] the depression was not expected to undergo significant strengthening.[3] Failing to intensify, the depression made landfall in southern Belize late on June 17 with winds estimated at 35 mph (55 km/h).[5] Despite a waning structure, the NHC noted that if the system emerged into the Bay of Campeche, re-development and intensification was plausible.[6]

While traversing the southern Yucatán Peninsula, the system nearly degenerated into a remnant low during the afternoon of June 18; however, as it neared water, sufficient convection redeveloped to consider the system a tropical depression.[7] After emerging over the Bay of Campeche later that day,[8] the system became increasingly organized as it turned westward in response to a mid-level ridge over the northwestern Gulf of Mexico.[9] A Hurricane Hunter reconnaissance mission into the depression during the afternoon of June 19 revealed gale-force winds, prompting the NHC to upgrade and name the system Tropical Storm Barry.[10] Based on intermittent bursts in convection and a report of 38 mph (61 km/h) sustained winds on Isla de Sacrificios, it was estimated that Barry attained peak winds of 45 km/h (75 mph).[11] Between 1200 and 1300 UTC on June 20, Barry made landfall just north of Veracruz, Mexico.[12] Hours after moving inland, Barry weakened to a tropical depression as it interacted with the high terrain of Mexico.[13] Late on June 20, the center of circulation became increasing ill-defined and the majority of convection was located well away from the center. As a result, the NHC declared Barry a remnant low and issued their final advisory on the system.[14]

Preparations and impact

Tropical Depression Two over the Yucatán Peninsula on June 18.

Central America and Yucatán

The precursor to Barry produced significant rains in Nicaragua, resulting in flooding in 14 districts in the Región Autónoma del Atlántico Norte.[15] Heavy rains in Honduras, peaking at 4 in (100 mm) in La Ceiba,[16] triggered flooding that damaged 60 homes and affected 300 people.[17] Several landslides occurred in Iriona, blocking off roadways. A likely tornado, struck the community of Limón, destroying 9 homes and damaging 91 more. Four people were injured when their home was lifted and dropped back down.[16] In southern Belize, an estimated 10 in (250 mm) of rain fell in 24 hours, causing several rivers to over-top their banks. In some areas, culverts were washed away. At least 54 people living along Hope Creek were relocated to shelters.[18] In El Salvador, six minors were swept away by a flooded creek; five were quickly rescued but one remains missing. Two people were also injured after being struck by lightning.[19] In the Mexican state of Yucatán, wind gusts up to 48 mph (77 km/h) and heavy rains downed trees and power lines.[20] More than 26,000 residents temporarily lost power after lightning struck a power station and caused a fire.[21]

Eastern Mexico

As Tropical Depression Two emerged into the Bay of Campeche on June 18, the Government of Mexico issued a tropical storm watch for coastal areas between Punta El Lagarto and Barra Da Nautla.[22] This was soon upgraded to a tropical storm warning early on June 19.[23] Following the storm's intensification that day, the warning was expanded northward to Tuxpan.[24] Officials dispatched 34,250 workers to set up refugee camps throughout the state.[25] Across Veracruz, approximately 2,000 people sought refuge in shelters.[26]

Heavy rains, peaking at 14.6 in (370 mm) in Misantla,[27] in the state brought more than a dozen rivers to critical levels and triggered flash flooding.[26] Two people were killed by flooding in Veracruz.[28] As a precautionary measure, officials urged 4,000 residents along La Antigua River to evacuate.[26] Several landslides occurred in the states of Guerrero and Puebla.[29][30]

See also

References

  1. ^ Eric S. Blake (June 15, 2013). "Graphical Tropical Weather Outlook". National Hurricane Center. Retrieved June 19, 2013.
  2. ^ Richard J. Pasch (June 16, 2013). "Graphical Tropical Weather Outlook". National Hurricane Center. Retrieved June 19, 2013.
  3. ^ a b Richard J. Pasch (June 17, 2013). Tropical Depression Two Discussion Number 1. National Hurricane Center (Report). National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Retrieved June 21, 2013.
  4. ^ Richard J. Pasch (June 17, 2013). Tropical Depression Two Public Advisory Number 1. National Hurricane Center (Report). National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Retrieved June 17, 2013.
  5. ^ Christopher W. Landsea (June 17, 2013). Tropical Depression Two Discussion Number 3. National Hurricane Center (Report). National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Retrieved June 21, 2013.
  6. ^ Lixion A. Avila (June 17, 2013). Tropical Depression Two Discussion Number 5. National Hurricane Center (Report). National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Retrieved June 18, 2013.
  7. ^ Lixion A. Avila (June 18, 2013). Tropical Depression Two Discussion Number 6. National Hurricane Center (Report). National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Retrieved June 21, 2013.
  8. ^ Daniel Brown (June 18, 2013). Tropical Depression Two Discussion Number 7. National Hurricane Center (Report). National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Retrieved June 21, 2013.
  9. ^ Richard J. Pasch (June 19, 2013). Tropical Depression Two Discussion Number 8. National Hurricane Center (Report). National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Retrieved June 21, 2013.
  10. ^ Lixion A. Avila (June 19, 2013). Tropical Storm Barry Tropical Cyclone Update. National Hurricane Center (Report). National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Retrieved June 19, 2013.
  11. ^ Daniel Brown (June 19, 2013). Tropical Storm Barry Discussion Number 11. National Hurricane Center (Report). National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Retrieved June 21, 2013.
  12. ^ Lixion A. Avila (June 20, 2013). Tropical Storm Barry Discussion Number 13. National Hurricane Center (Report). National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Retrieved June 20, 2013.
  13. ^ Lixion A. Avila (June 20, 2013). Tropical Depression Barry Discussion Number 14. National Hurricane Center (Report). National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Retrieved June 21, 2013.
  14. ^ Jack L. Beven (June 20, 2013). Post-Tropical Cyclone Barry Discussion Number 15. National Hurricane Center (Report). National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Retrieved June 21, 2013.
  15. ^ Template:Es icon "Nicaragua mantiene vigilancia por sismos y depresión tropical". Nuestra Tele Noticias 24. June 17, 2013. Retrieved June 21, 2013.
  16. ^ a b Template:Es icon "Tornado "envolvió" casas en Limón, Colón". MR/RMP. La Tribuna. June 18, 2013. Retrieved June 21, 2013.
  17. ^ Template:Es icon "Mantienen alerta de precaución por lluvias de depresión tropical en Honduras". EFE. Tegucigalpa, Honduras: La Prensa. June 18, 2013. Retrieved June 19, 2013.
  18. ^ "Hope Creek Gets Flooded Again, This Time Residents Ready". 7NewsBelize. June 18, 2013. Retrieved June 19, 2013.
  19. ^ Template:Es icon "Lluvias arrastran a seis niños en El Salvador". San Salvador, El Salvador: Sipse Noticias. June 19, 2013. Retrieved June 20, 2013.
  20. ^ Template:Es icon "Depresión tropical tira árboles y postes en Yucatán". El Universal. Mérida, Yucatán: Vanguardia. June 18, 2013. Retrieved June 19, 2013.
  21. ^ Template:Es icon "Depresión tropical en Yucatán: Inundaciones, accidentes y caìda de árboles y postes. En Progreso impacta rayo a la CFE". Merida, Yucatán: Artículo 7. June 19, 2013. Retrieved June 20, 2013.
  22. ^ Daniel Brown (June 18, 2013). Tropical Depression Two Public Advisory Number 7. National Hurricane Center (Report). National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Retrieved June 21, 2013.
  23. ^ Richard J. Pasch (June 19, 2013). Tropical Depression Two Public Advisory Number 8. National Hurricane Center (Report). National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Retrieved June 21, 2013.
  24. ^ Daniel Brown and Robbie Berg (June 19, 2013). Tropical Depression Two Public Advisory Number 10A. National Hurricane Center (Report). National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Retrieved June 21, 2013.
  25. ^ Template:Es icon "Evacuadas 1.200 personas en México por tormenta Barry". El Nuevo Siglo. Bogotá, Colombia. Agence France-Presse. 2013-06-20. Retrieved 2013-06-21.
  26. ^ a b c Template:Es icon "México: un muerto por la tormenta tropical Barry". La Voz Sucesos. June 21, 2013. Retrieved June 21, 2013.
  27. ^ Template:Es icon "Afectados por tormenta tropical Barry, 31 municipios en Veracruz". La Jordana. June 21, 2013. Retrieved June 23, 2013.
  28. ^ Template:Es icon "Barry se degrada a tormenta tropical; deja dos muertos en Veracruz". Animal Politico. June 21, 2013. Retrieved June 23, 2013.
  29. ^ Template:Es icon Constantino González Vargas (June 20, 2013). "Reporta Protección Civil deslaves en Guerrero a causa de Barry". NotiMex. SDP Noticias. Retrieved June 21, 2013.
  30. ^ Template:Es icon Jimenez, Fernando (June 20, 2013). "Tormenta 'Barry' genera fuertes lluvias en sureste de México". 24 Horas. Retrieved June 21, 2013.
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