Hurricane Francine to Hit Louisiana Wednesday

Hurricane Francine, a Category 1 storm with winds reaching up to 90 mph, is set to make landfall along the Louisiana coast late Wednesday, bringing heavy rain, high winds, and a dangerous storm surge of up to 10 feet. The storm is expected to impact coastal Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama before moving northward through the Mississippi River Valley and into the Mid-South, including Memphis, where heavy rain and potential flooding are anticipated. Oil and gas companies have evacuated offshore platforms, and flights in Houston, New Orleans, and Baton Rouge have been grounded. By the weekend, the remnants of Francine will likely bring wet weather and isolated thunderstorms to the Carolinas. Emergency management agencies in affected areas are urging residents to prepare and stay informed through official channels.