What to Expect: Regardless of development, widespread rain is expected across the Gulf Coast. Expect gusty winds, periods of heavy rainfall, and the possibility of isolated tornadoes, especially if the system moves inland and central Mississippi ends up on the storm’s eastern side.

The National Hurricane Center has highlighted an area it's watching in the Gulf. Right now, there's a low chance for development.

A tropical wave near Florida has a 40% chance to develop into Dexter. Stay informed for updates on potential flooding and storm impacts in the southeast.

"While there is the possibility this could develop, we're not at this point expecting a major hurricane, significant hurricane."

Multiple infrastructure projects including new track sections and rail sidings are still in development as the August 18 start date for Gulf Coast passenger service approaches.

Tropical Downpours Target Gulf Coast; Northeast and Central US Brace for More Deluges as Flash Flood Risk Intensifies Just as the Northeast grapples with the aftermath of Monday's deadly flash floods,

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Conditions appear “favorable” for development once the disturbance reaches the northern Gulf on Wednesday—if it reaches tropical storm strength it would be named Tropical Storm Dexter, which would mark the Atlantic hurricane season’s fourth named storm.