Houston, Texas – The Gulf Coast is bracing for a potential hurricane landfall this week as Tropical Storm Francine forms in the Gulf of Mexico. Millions of residents along parts of the U.S. Gulf Coast from Texas to Louisiana are under threat from this developing storm system.
According to the National Hurricane Center (NHC), the current forecast predicts a Category 1 hurricane making landfall in Louisiana on Wednesday evening. This potential storm event comes as the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season reaches its peak.
Forecasters are closely monitoring multiple areas of concern for potential development in the coming days. The NHC warns that the risk of life-threatening storm surge and damaging winds is increasing for portions of the Louisiana and upper Texas coastlines starting Tuesday night.
As the situation evolves, local authorities and emergency management agencies are urging residents to prepare for the potential impacts of a hurricane. This includes securing property, developing evacuation plans, and having emergency supplies readily available.
