Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness
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ALT Tropical Weather Outlook graphic. A map indicates the areas where tropical cyclone formation is possible. To the right of the map is an overview as well as threat and safety information. The overview reads: Erin continues to move NW and will eventually turn NE over the next couple days. Two additional disturbances follow, one with a medium (60%) chance of development and one with a low (30%) chance of development over the next 7 days. Threat information is as follows: No local impacts are expected for the next 7 days. As we move into the peak of hurricane season, now is a good time to review your plans. A few safety tips include: Follow and share info from official sources. Monitor the forecast for changes. Review your plans before they're needed.
ALT This is an image of heat safety reminders with a person on the right. Heat-related illnesses can come on quickly! Know the signs through these heat awareness tips, and remember to always practice heat safety by following these reminders to keep yourself and others safe throughout the summer.
ALT Drawing of two people sweating in the sun. Accompanying text reads as follows. Beat the heat! NEVER leave people or pets in a closed car on a warm day. Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated. Wear loose, lightweight, and light-colored clothing. Spend time in air conditioning and the shade.
ALT A green background with the text "Follow local officials for directions and latest updates." Below the text are illustrations of a smartphone showing a warning symbol, a radio with a speech bubble, and a television displaying a news broadcast. In the bottom right corner is the word "Ready" with a green check mark logo, indicating emergency preparedness.
ALT Headline reads: Hot to start, heavy rain risk increases later this week. Monday through Wednesday highs will be in the low to mid 90s with heat indices approaching 110 degrees especially along the I-10/12 corridor. Lows will be in the mid to upper 70s the entire week. Rain chances are 40 to 60% generally Monday and Wednesday. Tuesday has the lowest rain chance at 10 to 40%. Highest rain chances will be along the coast. By Thursday and Friday, rain chances will be 70 to 90% and highs will struggle to reach 90 degrees. Storms will be capable of producing high rainfall rates exceeding 3 inches per hour.
ALT Near-normal temperatures (low 90s) will return to the Four State Region as the greater distribution of scattered thunderstorms shifts along and south of the I-20 corridor through this afternoon.
ALT Similar forecast tonight as in previous days. Muggy overnight lows in the mid and upper 70's will turn to afternoon highs in the mid 90's for Wednesday.
ALT Tropical Depression Two has developed this afternoon in the Bay of Campeche. It is forecast to become a Tropical Storm before making landfall along the eastern Mexico coast. No direct impacts are expected to the Four State Region.