Tropical Storm Alberto Brings Heavy Rain and Flooding to Texas and Mexico

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Tropical Storm Alberto, the first named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season, is bringing intense rain and coastal flooding to Texas and northeastern Mexico. The storm, with maximum sustained winds of 40 mph, is expected to make landfall near Tampico, Mexico, early Thursday. Both regions are experiencing significant rainfall, with Texas potentially receiving up to 20 inches in some areas, which could lead to mudslides and flooding.
Mexican officials are preparing by monitoring water levels and setting up shelters, while Texas has declared a severe-weather disaster for 51 counties. Coastal cities like Surfside Beach have closed their beaches, and areas such as Houston are bracing for further flooding after recent storms. The National Hurricane Center has issued several warnings, including tornado watches.
As the 2024 hurricane season is predicted to be busier than usual, with 17 to 25 named storms expected, both regions are on high alert and preparing for the worst.