Tropical Storm Cristina

A potential tropical storm is exacerbating flooding in Texas and the Gulf Coast, resulting in at least one death and numerous water rescues. Flood watches affect over 16 million people, with heavy rainfall and possible tropical storm formation threatening further severe impacts.

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.

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.

Tropical Storm Cristina formed in the Pacific Ocean off Nicaragua's coast with 45 mph winds, expected to bring 4-12 inches of rain to Nicaragua, Honduras, El Salvador, and Guatemala. It is the second Eastern Pacific storm following Tropical Storm Boris near Mexico.

Tropical Storm Cristina has formed in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Nicaragua, as reported by forecasters. The storm is being monitored by meteorological authorities.