Hurricane Francine is on track to impact parts of southeast Texas and Louisiana this week. The storm is expected to intensify into a hurricane as it moves northward, bringing dangerous conditions to coastal areas.
Tropical Storm Francine has officially become a hurricane and is on track to impact parts of southeast Texas and Louisiana this week. The storm's movement northward intensified it into a hurricane, bringing dangerous conditions to coastal areas.At this point, we do not expect Francine to make a direct hit on Texas, but we will see impacts. Galveston County has issued a voluntary evacuation order for the Bolivar Peninsula, effective through Wednesday at 8:00 p.m.
Louisiana cities like Morgan City, New Iberia, Lafayette, Baton Rouge, and New Orleans will all be at risk for hurricane-force winds and coastal areas will have a risk for dangerous storm surges.As the storm approaches, local authorities are advising residents to finalize their preparations. Emergency kits, including food, water, medication, and batteries, should be ready, and evacuation routes should be reviewed in case of worsening conditions.
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