Tropical Storm Barbara has formed off the southwestern coast of Mexico and is expected to intensify, with forecasters predicting it could become the first hurricane of the Eastern Pacific season. The storm is part of an active period in the eastern Pacific tropics, with additional systems, including Tropical Depression 3-E, also developing in the region. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely, as there are indications of more storms on the horizon. The National Hurricane Center has highlighted that while Tropical Storm Barbara poses little threat to land at this time, it is being tracked closely for potential strengthening.