WORLDJun 18 · 20:29 UTCCBS NEWS

First named storm of 2026 Atlantic hurricane season forms, drenching parts of Texas, Louisiana

Tropical Storm Arthur, the first named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, formed off the Gulf Coast of Texas and caused heavy rainfall and flooding in Texas and Louisiana. Jason Allen reported on the event.

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