Tropical Storm Barbara forms off coast of southwest Mexico

The National Hurricane Center in Miami says Tropical Storm Barbara has formed off the southwest coast of Mexico. No coastal watches or warnings were issued early Sunday. Heavy rainfall totals of 2 to 4 inches, with amounts of up to 6 inches in some areas, are possible across portions of the Mexican states of Guerrero, Michoacan, Colima, and Jalisco through Monday. The rainfall may lead to flooding and mudslides. Swells for the next few days can produce life-threatening surf and rip current conditions. Maximum sustained winds were near 45 mph with higher gusts. The storm is expected to strengthen into a hurricane on Monday.