Tropical storm warning issued along Texas gulf coast as potential 1st named storm of season builds

Tropical storm warning issued along Texas gulf coast as potential 1st named storm of season builds

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The video discusses a low-pressure system in the Bay of Campeche pulling moisture into the Gulf of Mexico, leading to expected flooding and heavy rains along the Texas coast, particularly in Corpus Christi. The system may develop into Tropical Storm Alberto, the first of the Atlantic season, but is expected to move into Mexico, causing rain and flooding. Tropical storm warnings are issued from Victoria to the Rio Grande River, advising caution for flash flooding.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary cause of the expected flooding along the Texas coast?

A high-pressure system in the Gulf of Mexico

A low-pressure system in the Bay of Campeche

A cold front moving from the north

A heatwave in the region

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much rain is Corpus Christi expected to receive by the weekend?

7 inches

3 inches

10 inches

5 inches

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the name of the first tropical storm expected in the Atlantic season?

Diana

Berta

Alberto

Carlos

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is the tropical storm expected to move after forming?

Into Mexico

Up the East Coast

Out to the Atlantic Ocean

Towards Florida

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which areas are under tropical storm warnings due to the expected storm?

From Los Angeles to San Diego

From Houston to New Orleans

From Victoria to the Rio Grande River

From Miami to Key West