Residents of Houston should prepare for periods of heavy rain starting today, with rainfall expected to intensify late Tuesday and continue through Wednesday.
Meteorologists predict that the region could receive between 5 to 10 inches of rain, with slightly lower amounts expected north of Houston .FOX 26 Houston is now on the FOX LOCAL app available through Apple TV, Amazon FireTV, Roku and Google Android TV!An area of low pressure currently situated in the southern Gulf of Mexico has the potential to develop into a tropical depression or even a tropical storm in the next couple of days.
SUGGESTED: Tropical weather development increasing, heavy rain forecasted for Texas Gulf CoastGiven the anticipated substantial rainfall, a flood watch will be issued for the area heading into Tuesday and Wednesday. Residents are advised to stay informed and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety during this period of potentially severe weather.The presence of tropical moisture can result in heavier-than-normal rain and the occasional waterspout near the coastline.
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