Lake Charles, Louisiana – A weak disturbance in the Bay of Campeche is being closely watched by Gulf Coast emergency managers as it carries a slight chance of developing into a tropical system over the weekend.
While the likelihood of impacts remains low, officials in Louisiana, Texas, and Mississippi are monitoring the situation.
What’s Happening in the Bay of Campeche?
According to the National Hurricane Center (NHC), a broad area of showers and thunderstorms over the southwestern Gulf of Mexico is expected to move west-northwest into the Bay of Campeche by Saturday night. If it stays over water, a low-pressure area could form.
As of Friday morning, the NHC gives the system a 10% chance of developing in the next 48 hours and a 20% chance over the next seven days.
No Immediate Impact, But Stay Prepared
For now, no direct impacts are expected for the U.S. coastline. However, forecasters remind everyone that hurricane season is underway. The Bay of Campeche, located in the southern Gulf off Mexico’s eastern coast, is a common area where systems that can affect the central and western Gulf states often begin.
What Should Gulf Coast Residents Do?
Residents along the Gulf Coast, especially in Lake Charles, Houston, and coastal Mississippi, are advised to stay informed and review their hurricane readiness plans. No advisories have been issued yet, but officials recommend charging devices and staying updated on weekend forecasts.
