National Weather Service Update
From
Taft
Sent
Wed, Jun 19 @ 12:01pm
Description
Tropical Storm Alberto became organized enough this morning to be classified as a Tropical Storm. This system will continue to move to the west through the day slowly. Landfall is expected along the northeast coast of Mexico tonight. Regardless of development and the landfall location, several hazards will be felt over South Texas through Thursday due to the large extent and slow movement of this system. The main threats continue to be a moderate to high risk of flash flooding, significant coastal flooding, a high risk of rip currents, river flooding, and wind gusts over 50 mph along the coast. Continue to check the National Weather Service website (https://www.weather.gov/crp/) frequently for updates.
Key Take-Aways:
· Tropical Storm Alberto has officially formed. Tropical Storm Warning remains in effect for the entire coast.
· Widespread heavy rain will lead to flash flooding and river flooding.
· Heaviest rain falls now through at least early tonight. Becoming more scattered on Thursday.
· Coastal Flood Warning is in effect for up to 3 feet of inundation through Friday.
· Dangerous marine conditions are expected.
Current Warnings in effect:
· A Tropical Storm Warning is now in effect for the entire coast. Gusty winds are expected today through early Thursday with widespread heavy rain, coastal flooding and a high risk of rip currents.
· A Flood Watch is in effect for all of South Texas from this evening through Thursday. Widespread heavy rain is expected with rainfall totals of 4 to 9 inches.
· Heaviest rain bands may move across portions of Nueces & Kleberg Counties and extend inland to the west.
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