Rain along the Gulf Coast could become the first named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season
Summary
A group of storms near the Texas Gulf Coast may become the first named tropical storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season. The National Hurricane Center says heavy rain and flooding could affect Texas, Louisiana, and nearby states this week.Key Facts
- The storm system is about 65 miles southwest of Corpus Christi, Texas.
- Winds are about 30 mph, just below the 39 mph needed to be a named tropical storm.
- Experts expect the system could strengthen into a tropical storm soon.
- Coastal areas in Texas and Louisiana might face tropical storm conditions even if the storm is not officially named.
- The main danger is heavy rain causing flash floods and floods in cities.
- Flooding could last into the weekend across parts of Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi.
- Houston is under a flood warning, but a scheduled World Cup soccer match there will still take place as planned.
- The stadium where the match is held is covered to protect from rain.
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