What was once Tropical Storm Arthur has weakened significantly, now classified as a low pressure area hugging the upper Texas coast.
According to the National Hurricane Center, as of 10:00 PM CDT on Wednesday, June 17, the center of the system was positioned near coordinates 29.7 degrees north, 94.5 degrees west, moving to the northeast at approximately 9 miles per hour.
The storm’s minimum central pressure was recorded at 1000 millibars, with maximum sustained winds of around 35 miles per hour — down from its peak tropical storm intensity.
Even though Arthur has lost its tropical storm classification, forecasters are warning that life-threatening flooding remains a serious concern for portions of the southeastern United States. Residents in affected areas are urged to remain cautious and stay informed through local emergency management officials.
