Corpus Christi, Texas – Hurricane Erin is expected to remain over open waters in the Atlantic, posing no immediate threat to Texas or the Gulf Coast. Still, forecasters are keeping an eye on a new area of low pressure developing over the central tropical Atlantic that could slowly organize later this week.
According to the National Hurricane Center, the disturbance has only a 20% chance of becoming a tropical system between Wednesday and Saturday. While the risk remains low, the system’s progress will be monitored closely for any changes that might shift its potential path toward the Caribbean or Gulf.
South Texas emergency officials encourage residents to stay aware, even when storms appear distant. August is the peak of hurricane season, and conditions can change quickly. Coastal residents should review hurricane safety plans, check emergency supplies, and ensure they have multiple ways to receive weather alerts.
For now, Hurricane Erin will stay well east of the United States, but updates will continue from both the NHC and the National Weather Service in Corpus Christi. Any shift in development or track of the Atlantic disturbance could prompt new advisories later this week.
