Tropical Storm Edouard threatens Louisiana, Texas coasts. Maps show the forecast path.

Updated on: August 31, 2026 / 8:20 PM EDT / CBS News

Tropical Storm Edouard threatens Louisiana, Texas coasts. Maps show the forecast path.

TL;DR

  • Tropical Storm Edouard has formed and is threatening the coasts of Texas and Louisiana.
  • The storm is expected to reach the northwestern Gulf Coast on Tuesday.
  • A tropical storm warning is in effect from Port Bolivar, Texas, to the Vermilion/Cameron Parish Line in Louisiana.
  • Forecasters predict 3 to 6 inches of rain in parts of coastal Texas, with up to 9 inches possible in some areas; Southwestern Louisiana could see 2 to 3 inches.
  • Heavy rain may cause flash flooding, especially in low-lying and urban areas.
  • Up to 3 feet of storm surge is a concern in coastal areas.
  • The storm had maximum sustained winds of 40 mph and is expected to strengthen.
  • Edouard is the fifth tropical storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season.