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Tropical depression forms in gulf, may threaten Texas coast
By Idolina Peralez at ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Main News
· July 19, 2026
· 1 min read
A tropical depression formed in the eastern Gulf of Mexico on Sunday, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a tropical storm watch for parts of the Florida Panhandle while forecasting potential impacts for Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas.
Why this matters in The McAllen
The formation of a tropical depression in the Gulf of Mexico has significant implications for the Rio Grande Valley, particularly McAllen . Although the storm's current trajectory suggests a potential landfall in other Gulf Coast states, Valley residents know that tropical systems can be unpredictable and bring heavy rainfall and strong winds to the region even if they don't make a direct hit. The Valley's experience with severe weather events in recent years underscores the need for residents to be prepared and stay informed about the storm's progress. As the storm system moves closer to the Texas coast, McAllen residents should monitor local weather forecasts and be prepared for potential flash flooding and power outages, which could impact daily life and commute in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro area.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 19, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Main News ·
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