Tropical Storm Edouard expected to inundate parts of Texas and Louisiana

Tropical Storm Edouard is heading towards the U.S. Gulf Coast, expected to make landfall in Texas on Tuesday. The storm, upgraded from a tropical depression, is forecast to bring potentially heavy rains and flooding to parts of Texas and Louisiana. Forecasters anticipate 3-6 inches of rain in the Houston area, with some coastal regions possibly receiving up to 9 inches, leading to concerns about flash flooding. Texas officials state the state is prepared for the storm, with crews working to clear dry vegetation. In other weather news, Tropical Storm Dolly's remnants brought rain to the Caribbean, while Tropical Storm Lowell in the Pacific could intensify into a major hurricane.

Tropical Storm Edouard is heading towards the Texas and Louisiana Gulf Coast, expected to strengthen before bringing heavy rains and potential flooding. The storm, upgraded from a tropical depression on Monday night, was forecast to make landfall in Texas on Tuesday. Forecasters anticipate 3-6 inches of rain in the Houston area, with some coastal regions possibly receiving up to 9 inches, leading to flash flooding concerns. Texas officials stated the state is prepared for the storm. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Lowell is moving towards Hawaii and could intensify into a major hurricane, while Hurricane Karina, a Category 4 storm, is in the Pacific but not threatening land.