Tropical system strengthening in the Gulf, expected to become hurricane

Tropical system strengthening in the Gulf, expected to become hurricane

AUSTIN, Texas — We continue to monitor a disturbance in the northeastern Gulf of Mexico. The most recent update from the National Hurricane Center forecasts this disturbance to strengthen into a Tropical Storm Barry by Friday morning and Category 1 Hurricane Barry by Saturday morning before making landfall somewhere along the Texas/Louisiana border. KVUE Most forecast models are trending for this system to move westward toward the Louisiana coast by late this week or weekend….

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The Latest: Conditions are favorable for Gulf hurricane soon

The Latest: Conditions are favorable for Gulf hurricane soon

Updated 11:40 am CDT, Wednesday, July 10, 2019 NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The Latest on a tropical weather system in the Gulf of Mexico (all times local): 11:35 a.m. The National Hurricane Center says conditions appear favorable for a weather system in the Gulf of Mexico to strengthen into a hurricane as it approaches the United States coastline by this weekend. Forecasters said the weather disturbance is expected to become a tropical depression by Thursday morning;…

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Storm in Gulf of Mexico expected to turn into Hurricane Barry, make landfall along coast Saturday

Storm in Gulf of Mexico expected to turn into Hurricane Barry, make landfall along coast Saturday

The National Hurricane Center is giving a disturbance in the northeast Gulf of Mexico a 100% chance of developing into a tropical depression or tropical storm in the next 48 hours. If it becomes a tropical storm (winds greater than 39 mph) its name will be Barry. Potential Tropical Cyclone Two will bring heavy rains to the US Gulf coast, especially to the central and eastern Gulf states. The system – whatever form it takes…

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Scientists say rising seas will break flooding records

Scientists say rising seas will break flooding records

Wayne Parry, Associated Press Updated 11:04 am CDT, Wednesday, July 10, 2019 FILE – In this Oct. 5, 2017, file photo, residents move a “no wake,” sign through flood waters caused by king tides in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Federal scientists, according to a report released Wednesday, July 10, 2019, predict 40 places in the U.S. will experience higher than normal rates of so-called sunny day flooding this year due to rising sea levels and an abnormal…

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New Orleans floods as Gulf Coast braces for rain

New Orleans floods as Gulf Coast braces for rain

(AP) – Floodwaters swamped streets in New Orleans’ French Quarter on Wednesday and prompted a tornado warning in the area amid concerns that even worse weather is on the way to Louisiana and other states along the Gulf of Mexico. The storms were associated with a broad area of disturbed weather in the Gulf that’s expected to become better organized by this weekend when it threatens the region with torrential rain. Once it becomes better…

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Gulf Disturbance Expected to be a Hurricane at Landfall

Gulf Disturbance Expected to be a Hurricane at Landfall

The forecast for what the National Hurricane Center has deemed Potential Tropical Cyclone 2 — what is likely to become Tropical Storm and eventually Hurricane Barry — remains rather uncertain Wednesday morning. The center of circulation is over water, but most of the thunderstorm activity is spread across a huge swath of the eastern Gulf of Mexico and central Gulf coast. There have been some rather dramatic videos and photos posted of a rain soaked…

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Tropical update: First forecast cone issued – portions of Louisiana under Tropical Storm Watch

Tropical update: First forecast cone issued – portions of Louisiana under Tropical Storm Watch

HOUSTON — The KHOU 11 Weather Team continues to monitor the tropical disturbance in the Gulf of Mexico. The National Hurricane Center’s 10 a.m. update on Wednesday issued the first cone of uncertainty for the disturbance: Forecast cone as of 10 a.m. NHC At this time there are no watches or warnings anywhere along the Texas coast or even the western Louisiana coast, although portions of the coast near New Orleans are now under a…

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New Orleans floods as Gulf Coast braces for torrential rains

New Orleans floods as Gulf Coast braces for torrential rains

Jeff Martin, Associated Press Updated 10:37 am CDT, Wednesday, July 10, 2019 Flooding at Gen. Taylor and St. Charles in New Orleans on July 10, 2019. This Uptown neighborhood did not flood during Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath. Flooding at Gen. Taylor and St. Charles in New Orleans on July 10, 2019. This Uptown neighborhood did not flood during Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath. Photo: Melanie Warner Spencer Photo: Melanie Warner Spencer Image 1 of /…

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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to outline hurricane preparedness as storm brews in Gulf

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to outline hurricane preparedness as storm brews in Gulf

CLOSE Storm surge and flooding are the greatest threats to Corpus Christi in a hurricane. Kirsten Crow/Caller-Times, Kirsten Crow/Caller-Times A tropical storm could develop in the Gulf of Mexico by Thursday, the National Hurricane Center says. AUSTIN  — With the makings of a tropical storm brewing in the Gulf of Mexico,Gov. Greg Abbott is planning Texas’ response and is expected to offer details at a news conference on Wednesday. Abbott will be in the state’s Emergency…

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How the possible hurricane might impact cruises, beach plans in Texas this weekend

How the possible hurricane might impact cruises, beach plans in Texas this weekend

Satellite images show a system of low pressure over the northern Gulf of Mexico on Wednesday, July 10. It’s expected to form into a tropical depression later today or Thursday. Satellite images show a system of low pressure over the northern Gulf of Mexico on Wednesday, July 10. It’s expected to form into a tropical depression later today or Thursday. Photo: National Weather Service Photo: National Weather Service Image 1 of / 20 Caption Close…

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Texas 'not out of the woods': Forecast cone predicts possible hurricane landfall on Louisiana border

Texas 'not out of the woods': Forecast cone predicts possible hurricane landfall on Louisiana border

The National Hurricane Center issued this landfall prediction cone for a disturbance predicted to turn into a hurricane later this week. Landfall is predicted anywhere within the cone, according to the National Weather Service, meaning Houston could be impacted. less The National Hurricane Center issued this landfall prediction cone for a disturbance predicted to turn into a hurricane later this week. Landfall is predicted anywhere within the cone, according to the National … more Photo:…

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Gov. Roy Cooper tours homes devastated by floods

Gov. Roy Cooper tours homes devastated by floods

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (FOX 46 CHARLOTTE) – North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper toured homes devastated by storms and flooding a month ago. Neighbors on Riverside Drive were ready to voice their frustrations in hopes he can help them. “The reality is all those things are replaceable,” one man said to Cooper, “but what’s not are emotions.” A month after flood waters took over the community, emotions have ranged from sad, to frustrated, to angry and downright…

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Governor on Mountain Island Lake flooding: “This doesn't need to happen again.”

Governor on Mountain Island Lake flooding: “This doesn't need to happen again.”

A month after historic flooding along the Catawba River damaged homes and caused evacuations, North Carolina Roy Cooper met with residents directly effected in Mountain Island Lake. River waters pushed beyond their banks and up seven feet on some homes during the early June event. “We lost everything underneath the house,” resident Debbie Barefoot said Tuesday during the governor’s visit.  Barefoot hopes Cooper talks with Duke Energy, who manages the river flow through the release…

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Hurricane Season: What to know, what to do

Hurricane Season: What to know, what to do

HOUSTON, Texas — Anytime there’s a disaster of any kind this is information you should know. We have no idea what this weekend has in store, but we’re preparing you for anything.  First up, phone numbers – write them down now and keep them safe.   The first number is easy – call 9-1-1, but only if you are in a life threatening situation. If you’re not, but still need help, the city says you…

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How to prepare for possible tropical storm system

How to prepare for possible tropical storm system

HOUSTON – Here are some tips for how you and your family can prepare for a possible tropical storm system that could impact the Houston area this weekend. While there’s still a lot of uncertainty surrounding the atmospheric disturbance that has yet to organize into a tropical storm in the Gulf of Mexico, the American Red Cross Texas Gulf Coast says it is time to think ahead. Preparation is your best line of defense. What should I…

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