Rain along Gulf Coast could become the first named storm of Atlantic hurricane season
Summary
A group of storms near the Gulf Coast may develop into the first named tropical storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season. Heavy rain from the storm could cause dangerous flooding and possible tornadoes across several southern states.Key Facts
- The storm system is about 55 miles south-southwest of Corpus Christi, Texas.
- It has maximum sustained winds of 30 mph, just below the 39 mph needed to be called a tropical storm.
- There is a 70% chance the system will become a tropical cyclone within two days.
- The storm may bring 4 to 8 inches of rain, with up to 12 inches in some coastal areas by Thursday.
- Flooding risks include life-threatening flash floods and urban flooding across Texas to central Mississippi.
- Tornadoes are possible from upper Texas coast to the Florida Panhandle.
- A tropical storm watch is in effect from Sargent, Texas, to Morgan City, Louisiana.
- Houston has a flood warning in effect; a covered stadium will host a World Cup match without changes planned.
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