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Tropical Depression Edouard tracker: Storm's extreme rainfall threatens east-central Texas through Thursday
Yahoo • • general
Key Points:
- Tropical Depression Edouard continues to impact east Texas with gusty winds of 25 mph and heavy rainfall, posing flash flooding risks as it moves north-northwest at 5 mph and is expected to dissipate by Thursday.
- Flood watches remain in effect across much of east Texas, with rainfall totals forecasted between 5 to 10 inches, and up to 22 inches in some inland areas, leading to significant flash and river flooding concerns.
- In the Pacific, Hurricane Lowell has rapidly intensified to a Category 5 storm with 160 mph winds, generating dangerous surf and rip currents near Hawaii, while Hurricane Karina remains a Category 4 storm but is weakening gradually and poses no immediate threat to land.
- Tropical Storm Marie in the Pacific is expected to strengthen into a hurricane tonight, adding to the active storm activity during this strong El Niño period.
