Arthur

The Atlantic has experienced a prolonged dry spell in July, with no active tropical systems since June 17. The National Hurricane Center reports unusually low activity, the slowest start to a hurricane season since 2009, though AI models initially suggested a potential storm in the Gulf, which has since been downgraded.

The remnants of Hurricane Arthur are expected to bring heavy rain, strong winds, and a potential tornado risk overnight across the Carolinas. Flooding and scattered storms are forecasted, with drier conditions returning by Father’s Day weekend.

The National Weather Service confirmed three EF1 tornadoes with peak winds of 90-95 mph touched down in Southeast Louisiana on Thursday, causing damage in Houma, Jefferson Parish (West and East Banks), and Orleans Parish. The storms were linked to remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur, which had weakened to a post-tropical system before impacting the region.

Kenner, Louisiana, experienced severe flooding from remnants of storm Arthur, stalling 50-70 vehicles and causing road closures. Police Chief Keith Conley noted the city received 6-10 inches of rain in two hours, overwhelming drainage systems despite functioning pumps. Major affected areas included Loyola Drive, West Esplanade Avenue, and Airport Access Road.

Millions are in the path of 'extreme' life-threatening floods as Storm Arthur impacts eight states after making landfall. The storm poses a severe threat to residents in the affected regions.

South Florida faces a Heat Advisory with heat index values up to 110°F, scattered afternoon storms, and wildfire smoke affecting air quality. The remnants of post-tropical storm Arthur are causing heavy rainfall and flash flooding in Texas, Louisiana, and the Southeast. Storm-related hazards include heavy downpours, gusty winds, and street flooding.

More than 40 million people in the Gulf Coast are preparing for record-breaking rainfall as the first named storm of the season, Arthur, approaches Texas. The situation is being reported by Jason Allen and Rob Marciano.

A tropical disturbance, remnants of Tropical Storm Cristina now labeled Invest 90L, may re-emerge off Texas' coast this week, with increasing odds of becoming the 2026 Atlantic season's first tropical storm (Arthur). Heavy rainfall and flooding risks are forecast for Texas, Louisiana, and surrounding regions, with up to 10+ inches of rain possible.

Texas and Gulf Coast states face a major flood threat this week due to a potential tropical system bringing heavy rainfall. Flood watches cover over 20 million people, with cities like Houston and Jackson at risk of life-threatening flash floods. The system could become the Atlantic's first tropical storm, named Arthur, and has already caused water rescues in Texas.

South Florida will experience warm weekend weather with highs in the lower 90s and scattered storm chances, particularly inland over the Everglades and SW Florida. A tropical disturbance in the western Gulf has a 20% chance of developing into a depression, potentially bringing heavy rain to the northern Gulf Coast.

The National Hurricane Center is monitoring a disturbance in the southern Gulf of Mexico with low development odds, which could become the first named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season if it forms. The system, linked to Tropical Storm Cristina in the Pacific, is expected to move inland over eastern Mexico without directly threatening the U.S. Forecast models, including Google's DeepMind, indicate minimal chances for significant development.