Tropical Storm Edouard could strengthen to hurricane before landfall: Officials
Summary
Tropical Storm Edouard is expected to become a hurricane before it hits the Louisiana-Texas coast on Tuesday afternoon. The storm may bring heavy rain, strong winds, storm surge, and possible flooding to parts of Texas and Louisiana.Key Facts
- Edouard could reach hurricane strength before landfall near the Louisiana-Texas border.
- Landfall is expected around 1 p.m. Central Time on Tuesday, September 1, 2026.
- Rainfall totals of 3 to 6 inches are forecast, with up to 9 inches possible in parts of the Upper Texas Coast.
- Southwest Louisiana may see 2 to 4 inches of rain.
- Winds near the storm center could reach 70 mph or more at landfall.
- A storm surge of 3 to 5 feet is possible along the Texas and Louisiana coasts.
- Flash flooding and river flooding are likely, especially in low and urban areas.
- A tornado or two could occur in southwest Louisiana and southeast Texas during Tuesday afternoon and evening.
Read the Full Article
This is a fact-based summary from The Actual News. Click below to read the complete story directly from the original source.
