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Tropical Storm Edouard makes landfall near Louisiana coast

Tropical Storm Edouard made landfall near Johnson Bayou, Louisiana, on Tuesday with maximum sustained winds estimated at 60 mph. The storm, which strengthened from a tropical depression, is moving northwest toward the Texas and Louisiana coasts, bringing significant threats of heavy rainfall and flash flooding.

Forecasters warn that rainfall totals could reach between 3 and 9 inches in parts of Texas and Louisiana, particularly in low-lying and urban areas. A storm surge of up to 5 feet is possible along the coast. Tropical storm and hurricane watches have been issued for portions of the upper Texas coast and southwestern Louisiana.

In response to the storm, several Houston-area school districts, including Anahuac, Channelview, and Humble ISD, have canceled classes and activities. Texas Governor Greg Abbott noted that flooding is the primary concern and confirmed that state crews have been working to clear dry vegetation to prevent fires. Utility companies like Entergy Texas and telecommunications provider Verizon have activated emergency protocols and positioned crews to manage potential power outages and maintain network connectivity.

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Edouard · Greg Abbott · Gulf of Mexico · Louisiana · National Hurricane Center · National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration · National Weather Service · Texas · Verizon

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