10 pm Advisory: Francine Expected to Become a Hurricane

Tropical Storm Francine remains a strong tropical storm with winds of 65 mph (55 knots) and a central pressure of 992 mb, as of 10 pm.

After showing signs of strengthening earlier today, dry air intrusion has temporarily limited further intensification.

However, deeper convection appears to be growing around the center again late this evening, and Francine is expected to regain strength over the next 24 hours, with hurricane-force winds anticipated as it approaches the Louisiana coast by Wednesday.

SUMMARY OF 1000 PM CDT…0300 UTC…INFORMATION
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LOCATION…24.3N 96.2W
ABOUT 125 MI…205 KM SSE OF MOUTH OF THE RIO GRANDE
ABOUT 420 MI…675 KM SSW OF CAMERON LOUISIANA
MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS…65 MPH…100 KM/H
PRESENT MOVEMENT…NNW OR 340 DEGREES AT 5 MPH…7 KM/H
MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE…992 MB…29.30 INCHES

The storm’s slow northward track will accelerate as a trough over Texas moves eastward.

No change in the warnings or watches late tonight.

Key concerns include life-threatening storm surge for portions of the Upper Texas and Louisiana coasts, as well as damaging winds and heavy rainfall, which could lead to flash flooding across parts of northeast Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi. Residents in these areas should prepare for tropical storm conditions by Tuesday night.

Stay updated with official forecasts and warnings at the National Hurricane Center website.

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