UPDATE: As of 4:00AM CT/5:00AM EST on September 11th, the National Hurricane Center (NHC)  has classified this system as HURRICANE FRANCINE. 

September has begun and with it could bring some tropical weather.

Magic Kingdom during Hurricane Debby

September is the first month of fall, but it’s still part of hurricane season. The National Hurricane Center has been tracking a potential tropical storm in the Gulf of Mexico, which continues to build. Luckily, Florida will be in the clear this time, but Texas and Louisiana will likely not be so lucky.

UPDATE: As of 4:00AM CT/5:00AM EST on September 11th, the National Hurricane Center (NHC)  has classified this system as HURRICANE FRANCINE. 

4am CDT Sep 11: Here is the latest experimental cone graphic for Hurricane #Francine showing all coastal and inland wind watches & warnings, as well as the latest Key Messages. Visit https://t.co/tW4KeGdBFb for the latest updates. pic.twitter.com/M9x8UrdWhY

— National Hurricane Center (@NHC_Atlantic) September 11, 2024

The National Hurricane Center is tracking Potential Tropical Cyclone 6 which is showing indications of reaching hurricane classification as it builds. There is a 90% chance that it will develop into a Tropical Storm in the next 48 hours and 7 days.

Potential Tropical Storm 6 is in the Gulf of Mexico ©NHC

The NHC has released a forecast cone for Potential Tropical Cyclone 6 which shows the intensity and potential path of the storm. It is expected to reach hurricane intensity by 1 AM CT Wednesday just before landfall between Wednesday and Thursday on the coast of Louisiana.

This system is forecasted to become a tropical storm today, September 9th, with Tropical Storm Watches in effect for northeastern Mexico and southern Texas. The potential for storm surges and damaging winds will likely increase for portions of Louisiana and Upper Texas coastlines beginning on Tuesday night. A Hurricane Watch will likely go into effect for those areas later on Monday, according to the NHC.

S — Tropical Storm, H — Hurricane, D — Tropical Depression ©NHC

Potential Tropical Cyclone 6 will likely bring heavy rainfall and the risk of considerable flash flooding. The risk for flash flooding may impact Mexico, Texas, and Louisiana as well as areas across the Mid-South US.

Flash Flooding Risk ©NHC

If you live in the areas expected to be impacted, be sure to monitor this potential storm. While Disney World won’t be directly affected by the path of the storm, it may see an increase in rain over the next few days. Be sure you’re prepared for whatever the weather may bring in your area. We’ll be monitoring Potential Tropical Cyclone 6 over the upcoming days.

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