Acapulco, Guerrero — Tropical Storm Boris made landfall early Tuesday morning approximately 130 kilometers south of Punta Maldonado, Acapulco, according to Mexico’s National Meteorological Service (SMN).
The storm, which intensified from Tropical Depression Three-E, is currently located near the Mexico-Guatemala border. Authorities have warned of heavy rainfall across Guerrero and at least seven other states, with risks of landslides, rising river levels, and flooding.
The Mexican Navy ordered the closure of ports in Acapulco, Zihuatanejo, and Huatulco as a precaution. Civil protection officials urged residents in low-lying areas to remain alert and follow evacuation protocols if necessary.
Boris is the second named storm of the Pacific hurricane season, following Tropical Storm Amanda earlier this month.
Ana Reyes covers environmental policy, conservation initiatives, infrastructure projects, and political developments across the Yucatán Peninsula for Riviera Maya News & Events. She reports on issues from sargassum management and reef conservation to the Maya Train, coastal development, and state and federal policy affecting Quintana Roo and the broader peninsula.Ana has covered environmental and political news since 2023, tracking key developments in Mexico's environmental regulations, coral reef protection, coastal zone management, and the intersection of tourism development with conservation efforts. Her reporting spans from Cancun's hotel zone to the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve and the culturally significant regions of the Yucatán interior.Ana is fluent in English and Spanish, and draws from a wide range of sources including government environmental agencies, conservation organizations, academic researchers, and local community leaders to provide balanced, well-sourced coverage. She is particularly focused on how environmental policy decisions affect the daily lives of residents and the long-term sustainability of the region.For story tips: ana@rivieramayanews.mx
