A developing tropical weather system is causing dangerous flash flooding across portions of Texas and Louisiana, according to the National Hurricane Center.
As of 1:00 PM Central Daylight Time on Tuesday, June 16, the center of Potential Tropical Cyclone One was located near coordinates 27.1 degrees north, 97.8 degrees west. The storm was moving to the northeast at approximately 6 miles per hour.
The system had a minimum central pressure of 1006 millibars and maximum sustained winds of roughly 30 miles per hour at the time of the report.
Authorities are warning that the flash flooding occurring in the region poses a significant danger to those in its path. Residents in affected areas of Texas and Louisiana are urged to stay alert and follow guidance from local emergency officials.
