Storm Arthur Tracker Shows Worst Life-Threatening Floods as New Storm Looms
Summary
Tropical Storm Arthur quickly formed and then weakened but continues to bring heavy rain and dangerous flooding in parts of the southeastern United States. Officials warn that flash flooding and river flooding could last into next week, even though the storm has a low chance of redeveloping.Key Facts
- Arthur was the first named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season but was downgraded to a post-tropical cyclone by Wednesday night.
- The storm’s remnants have caused several inches to more than a foot of rain in parts of the Gulf Coast, including southern Mississippi, Alabama, and the Florida Panhandle.
- Heavy rain from Arthur could fall at rates of 2 to 4 inches per hour, increasing the risk of flash floods.
- River flooding may continue for a longer time because many rivers in the area flow slowly and may not reach peak flood levels until next week.
- The National Hurricane Center (NHC) gives Arthur’s remnants a 10% chance of redeveloping into a tropical or subtropical storm in the next 48 hours and 7 days.
- Flood watches remain in effect in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, and the Florida Panhandle.
- The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June through November 2026, with Arthur being the first storm in the list of planned names.
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