Thursday, June 20, 2024 Tropical storm Alberto is setting its sights on coastal regions of Mexico and Texas. It has emerged as the first significant weather system of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season. The storm which formed rapidly in the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico may bring heavy rains, strong winds and potential flooding to areas along its projected path.
As of the latest updates from the National Hurricane Center (NHC), Alberto has intensified steadily, with maximum sustained winds reaching up to 60 miles per hour. Meteorologists are closely monitoring its movement as it moves northwestward at a pace of 12 miles per hour. Officials in both Mexico and Texas are advising residents to prepare for possible impacts from Alberto.
Emergency management teams are activating response plans, urging people in low-lying areas to consider evacuation as a precautionary measure against potential flooding. In Mexico, particularly in coastal communities along the Gulf, preparations are underway to secure boats and evacuate vulnerable populations to shelters. Authorities are urging residents to stock up on essential supplies and stay informed through local news and weather updates.
In Texas, coastal counties are bracing for heavy rainfall and gusty winds as Alberto approaches. Local officials are urging residents to clear drainage systems and secure outdoor furniture and objects that could become projectiles in strong winds. Forecast models indicate that Alberto will likely make lan.
