Potential Tropical Cyclone 1 Prompts Tropical Storm Watch for Parts of Texas Gulf Coast
Forecasters said rainfall is the main threat, with 3-8 inches possible and some coastal areas facing storm surge and gusty winds.
- On Tuesday, the National Hurricane Center upgraded a Gulf disturbance to Potential Tropical Cyclone One, issuing Tropical Storm Watches from Sargent, Texas, to Morgan City, Louisiana, as the system could strengthen into Tropical Storm Arthur by Wednesday.
- Designated Invest 90L and monitored since last week, the disturbance is moving northeast at 6 mph with maximum sustained winds near 30 mph as it tracks across the Gulf.
- Rainfall poses the most immediate threat, with the National Weather Service warning of 4 to 8 inches of rain through Thursday and isolated totals reaching 12 inches that could produce widespread, life-threatening flash flooding.
- Governor Greg Abbott issued a disaster declaration for 101 Texas counties on Monday, citing ongoing storm and flood risks to ensure local officials have access to full state resources and support.
- Forecasters expect the system to move offshore tonight before tracking near the Texas-Louisiana border late Wednesday or early Thursday; residents should remain alert as conditions may still be gusty and emergency readiness is advised.
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Tropical storm watches in effect for parts of Louisiana and Texas
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