The National Hurricane Center started issuing advisories for Potential Tropical Cyclone One (formerly Invest 90L) on Tuesday morning. As of 11 AM, this storm was moving northeast at 6 mph and producing 30 mph sustained winds. It is set to move into the Gulf late Tuesday or early Wednesday. Warm sea surface temperatures will likely support development, and this disturbance could become a short-lived tropical storm by early Wednesday. The first name on the Atlantic storm name list is Arthur.The storm will likely move parallel to the Texas coast until it moves back onshore in extreme east Texas or southwest Louisiana. A tropical storm watch was issued for parts of the Gulf Coast of Texas and Louisiana. It is forecast to weaken once it moves on land. This system poses no threat to Florida. Tropical ImpactsThe most impactful weather from this storm will be heavy rain in parts of Texas, Louisiana and Mississippi. Some communities could see 4-8″ of rain, with some spots receiving around 12″. This will heighten the risk of flooding over the next several days. A tropical storm watch was issued for parts of the Gulf Coast of Texas and Louisiana. That generally means that tropical storm conditions are expected with in 48 hours. In this case, tropical storm conditions are possible within the next 24 to 36 hours. What is a Potential Tropical Cyclone?A potential tropical cyclone is a disturbance that has not yet become a tropical cyclone, but has the threat of becoming a tropical storm or hurricane in the next 72 hours. It allows the NWS to issue tropical advisories for any areas impacted. However you watch or scroll, we’re committed to delivering your Gulf Coast Weather Most Accurate Forecast, one you can rely on every day, wherever you are.Live Interactive Radar: Track conditions in real time with the Gulf Coast Live Radar.Watch Gulf Coast Weather: Find the latest weather forecast videos, streaming live or on demand, on TV and online.Stream on the Go: Download the free Gulf Coast News app to watch on your phone or tablet.Your Gulf Coast Weather TeamChief Meteorologist Allyson RaeMeteorologist Caroline CastoraMeteorologist Jim DickeyMeteorologist Lauren HopeMeteorologist Raphael TavernierMeteorologist Rob DunsMeteorologist Sara BlueFollow on Social: Follow, like, and subscribe to Gulf Coast News on social media to share your tips and be part of the conversation with Southwest Florida’s most experienced, trusted weather team: Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok | Threads | Bluesky | Nextdoor | XDOWNLOAD the free Gulf Coast News app for your latest breaking news and weather alerts. And check out the Very Local Gulf Coast app to stream news, entertainment, and original programming on your TV.
The National Hurricane Center started issuing advisories for Potential Tropical Cyclone One (formerly Invest 90L) on Tuesday morning.
As of 11 AM, this storm was moving northeast at 6 mph and producing 30 mph sustained winds.
It is set to move into the Gulf late Tuesday or early Wednesday. Warm sea surface temperatures will likely support development, and this disturbance could become a short-lived tropical storm by early Wednesday. The first name on the Atlantic storm name list is Arthur.
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Sea Surface Temperatures
The storm will likely move parallel to the Texas coast until it moves back onshore in extreme east Texas or southwest Louisiana. A tropical storm watch was issued for parts of the Gulf Coast of Texas and Louisiana. It is forecast to weaken once it moves on land. This system poses no threat to Florida.
Tropical Impacts
The most impactful weather from this storm will be heavy rain in parts of Texas, Louisiana and Mississippi. Some communities could see 4-8″ of rain, with some spots receiving around 12″. This will heighten the risk of flooding over the next several days.
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Rainfall Totals
A tropical storm watch was issued for parts of the Gulf Coast of Texas and Louisiana. That generally means that tropical storm conditions are expected with in 48 hours. In this case, tropical storm conditions are possible within the next 24 to 36 hours.
What is a Potential Tropical Cyclone?
A potential tropical cyclone is a disturbance that has not yet become a tropical cyclone, but has the threat of becoming a tropical storm or hurricane in the next 72 hours. It allows the NWS to issue tropical advisories for any areas impacted.
However you watch or scroll, we’re committed to delivering your Gulf Coast Weather Most Accurate Forecast, one you can rely on every day, wherever you are.
Live Interactive Radar: Track conditions in real time with the Gulf Coast Live Radar.
Watch Gulf Coast Weather: Find the latest weather forecast videos, streaming live or on demand, on TV and online.
Stream on the Go: Download the free Gulf Coast News app to watch on your phone or tablet.
Your Gulf Coast Weather Team
Follow on Social: Follow, like, and subscribe to Gulf Coast News on social media to share your tips and be part of the conversation with Southwest Florida’s most experienced, trusted weather team: Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok | Threads | Bluesky | Nextdoor | X
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