Tropical Storm Arthur Forms Near Gulf Coast, Threatening Texas and Louisiana with Heavy Rain and Flooding
Quick Look
- Tropical Storm Arthur formed near the Gulf Coast, bringing intense rain and the threat of dangerous flash floods to Texas and Louisiana.
- Meteorologists forecast the storm to move over the northwestern Gulf Coast.
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Why It Matters
The first tropical storm of the Atlantic hurricane season formed near the Gulf Coast, bringing intense rain and the threat of dangerous flash floods.
MIAMI -- The first tropical storm of the Atlantic hurricane season formed Wednesday near the Gulf Coast, bringing intense rain and the threat of dangerous flash floods to states including Texas and Louisiana, meteorologists said.
Tropical Storm Arthur was a disorganized cluster of storms that brought rain for days over parts of eastern Mexico and the Gulf. The National Hurricane Center in Miami said conditions were conducive for a short-lived tropical storm to form.
Arthur was forecast to move over the northwestern Gulf Coast into Texas, Louisiana and Mississippi. Gusty winds and coastal flooding were possible.
Open Questions
- What is the expected path and intensity of the storm?
- What are the specific flood warnings for affected areas?
