Tropical Storm Arthur, the first of the Atlantic season, targets Gulf Coast with heavy rain (opens original article in a new tab)

Tropical Storm Arthur, the first of the Atlantic hurricane season, formed near the Gulf Coast, bringing heavy rain and flood threats to Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi.

• Tropical Storm Arthur formed near the Gulf Coast as the first Atlantic hurricane of the season
• Heavy rain and flash flood threats were reported in Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi
• Prolonged rainfall could extend flood risks into the weekend