The possibility of tropical trouble along the Mississippi Gulf Coast has been “significantly reduced,” according to emergency management officials.
“The National Weather Service has officially downgraded Invest 93 as of Wednesday, citing significantly reduced wind speeds and improved atmospheric conditions across the region,” the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency stated in a press release.
While the chance of Invest 93L forming into Tropical Storm Dexter has decreased, heavy rainfall along the Interstate 10 corridor can still be expected into the weekend. Mississippi, Alabama, and Louisiana are expected to be impacted through at least Saturday after storms already rolled through Florida.
An invest is a term used by the National Hurricane Center to designate a weather system being closely monitored for potential development into a tropical cyclone.
Flash flood watches were issued along the Mississippi Gulf Coast on Tuesday and continue to be in effect until Saturday morning, according to the National Weather Service. Up to six inches of rain is possible.
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency warns residents to stay vigilant even with all signs pointing to lesser impact.
“Mississippians are encouraged to remain vigilant for any lingering effects, especially in low-lying or flood-prone areas where flash flooding can create hazardous conditions,” the release continued.
Emergency services across the state will continue to be on standby.
