- Tropical Depression 5 has strengthened into Tropical Storm Edouard with max sustained winds of 40 mph.
- The storm is moving west-northwest at around 6 mph, which could allow it to intensify before landfall is predicted tomorrow afternoon.
- Several Houston-area school districts have canceled classes Tuesday ahead of the tropical weather.
- Tropical storm warnings are currently in effect for western Gulf Coast Louisiana and easternmost coastal Texas.
- The storm is strengthening, as central pressure has dropped another millibar since the afternoon update.
- The Hurricane Center forecasts 1-3 feet of storm surge as the system approaches impact.
- There is a possibility of brief quicker strengthening overnight, especially early Tuesday morning as the sun rises.
Tropical Storm Edouard has formed in the Gulf, with maximum sustained winds of 40 mph and a central pressure that has reportedly decreased, indicating strengthening. The storm is moving west-northwest at 6 mph, potentially intensifying before landfall is predicted tomorrow afternoon.125
Tropical storm warnings are currently in effect for the western Gulf Coast of Louisiana and easternmost coastal Texas, with forecasts predicting a surge of 1-3 feet as the storm approaches. School districts in the Houston area, including Crosby ISD, Galena Park ISD, and Huffman ISD, have canceled classes for Tuesday, September 1, 2026, out of an abundance of caution due to anticipated hazardous weather conditions.34
Crosby ISD stated, “The safety of our students, staff, and families remains our top priority.” Similarly, Huffman ISD emphasized the importance of safety, noting that conditions could deteriorate as the day progresses. Other districts, such as Dayton ISD and Sheldon ISD, have also announced closures, urging families to stay connected through official communication channels for updates.
As the storm continues to develop, officials are closely monitoring its path and potential impacts on the community. The situation remains fluid, and further updates will be provided as necessary.
“We want to make sure everyone has the opportunity to stay safely at home and off the roads,” said a representative from Liberty ISD.
The National Hurricane Center warns that if Edouard continues to organize, a brief phase of quicker strengthening could occur early Tuesday morning.67
“The National Hurricane Center upgraded the system to 40 mph max winds, with central pressure dropping another millibar. Landfall is predicted tomorrow afternoon, with 1-3 feet of storm surge forecast and possible quicker strengthening early Tuesday.”
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