Tropical Storm Alvin Forms Off Mexico Pacific Coast

Tropical Storm Alvin officially formed in the eastern Pacific Ocean off the coast of Mexico, becoming the Northern Hemisphere's first named storm of the year. The storm, with sustained winds around 40-65 km/h (25-40 mph), is moving northwest parallel to Mexico's Pacific coast and is expected to weaken into a tropical depression by Sunday as it approaches northern Mexico and Baja California. Alvin is predicted to bring heavy rain and strong winds to Mexico's west-central coastline, although it is not expected to pose a major direct threat to the U.S. Coastal Bend, where some moisture may contribute to increased rain chances. The storm's weakening is attributed to cooler waters and strong wind shear, typical factors that reduce tropical cyclone intensity. Meanwhile, the Atlantic hurricane season has not yet started and no activity is expected there in the coming week. Meteorologists continue to monitor Alvin closely due to its potential impacts and the ongoing recovery in Mexico from previous devastating hurricanes.