Potential tropical storm may make landfall in Texas on Tuesday: Latest forecast

A developing system along the Gulf Coast may strengthen to Tropical Storm Edouard and make landfall in Texas near the Louisiana border on Tuesday morning. 

The system may bring flooding to parts of Texas, with the heaviest rain falling between Houston and Beaumont.

Towns, including Liberty, could see more than half a foot of rain on Tuesday alone, along with strong wind gusts around 40 or 50 mph. 

There's a 70% chance of tropical formation, and tropical storm alerts may be issued later on Monday.

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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said on social media on Sunday that officials are tracking this system and "coordinating with electric power providers."

"If the system continues to develop, we will make announcements about emergency preparation, as needed," Abbott said.