Tropical Storm Narda has intensified into a Category 1 hurricane, bringing significant rainfall and coastal impacts to Mexico's Pacific coast. As of September 23, 2025, the hurricane's center was located southwest of Manzanillo, Colima, and south-southwest of Playa Pérula, Jalisco. Although Narda did not make direct landfall, its effects were strongly felt in Jalisco, Colima, and Michoacán, with residents experiencing intense rainfall and wind gusts up to 60 km/h.
Coastal areas also faced elevated wave action, with heights ranging from 2.5 to 3.5 meters. These conditions prompted authorities to issue preventative alerts for heavy rains and strong winds. The Mexican National Meteorological Service (SMN) reported that on September 23, 2025, Hurricane Narda had maximum sustained winds of 140 km/h and gusts up to 170 km/h, moving westward at 20 km/h. The storm was located approximately 475 kilometers southwest of Manzanillo, Mexico.
The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale defines a Category 1 hurricane as having sustained winds of 119-153 km/h. Narda's current classification indicates it is at the lower end of hurricane strength, but its associated rainfall and wave action remain significant concerns for coastal communities. Forecasters indicated that Narda could further intensify, potentially reaching Category 2 status, with winds between 154-177 km/h, which would signify a considerable increase in potential damage.
The development of Narda occurred in an environment with a moist atmosphere over warm waters and under light-to-moderate wind shear, creating favorable conditions for strengthening. Authorities are urging residents in the affected areas to remain vigilant, monitor official advisories, and ensure their emergency preparedness plans are in place. The potential for landslides and flooding in low-lying areas has been highlighted due to saturated soils from previous weather events.
Residents are advised to prepare for the possibility of extended power outages and to secure their properties against strong winds and high surf. The SMN has projected that Narda could reach Category 2 strength, underscoring the dynamic nature of tropical systems and the importance of staying informed.