Tropical storm warning issued along Louisiana, Texas coasts
Summary
A tropical storm warning was issued for parts of the Texas and Louisiana coasts because a possible tropical cyclone is forming in the Gulf of Mexico. The storm could bring heavy rain, flooding, and strong winds to the area, possibly becoming Tropical Storm Edouard soon.Key Facts
- A tropical storm warning covers coastal areas from Port Bolivar, Texas, to the Vermilion/Cameron Parish line in Louisiana.
- The potential cyclone is called Potential Tropical Cyclone Five by the National Hurricane Center.
- The storm was located about 130 miles from Morgan City, Louisiana, and 230 miles from Port Arthur, Texas.
- Maximum sustained winds were 35 mph, just below tropical storm strength of 39 mph.
- Forecasters expect the storm to strengthen and possibly become Tropical Storm Edouard.
- Rainfall of 3 to 6 inches is expected in coastal and inland Texas, with up to 9 inches in some places.
- Southwestern Louisiana could see 2 to 3 inches of rain.
- The heavy rain could cause flash flooding, especially in low-lying and urban areas.
- A storm surge of up to 3 feet may happen along the coast.
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