Potential Tropical Cyclone Six has formed over the Gulf of Mexico, with tropical storm watches issued for parts of Mexico. The system is expected to become a tropical storm on Monday and could strengthen into a hurricane before hitting the northwestern Gulf Coast midweek. Tropical storm watches have been issued for parts of northeastern Mexico and southern Texas, with the possibility of additional warnings for southern Texas and Louisiana. The storm is currently 320 miles south of the mouth of the Rio Grande, with maximum sustained winds of 50 mph and moving northwest at 5 mph.
The system is forecast to move northwest to north over the next day, followed by a faster northeastward motion starting late Tuesday. Heavy rain and the risk of flash flooding are expected from northeastern Mexico to coastal Texas and Louisiana through Thursday, with rainfall totals of 4 to 8 inches and up to 12 inches in some areas. Minor coastal flooding is possible along Mexico’s coast. The hurricane center warns of the potential for life-threatening storm surge and damaging winds along the Upper Texas and Louisiana coastlines beginning Tuesday night. It is important for residents in these areas to stay informed and prepared for possible impacts from Potential Tropical Cyclone Six.
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