Tropical Storm Arthur Downgraded as It Makes Landfall in Texas

Tropical Storm Arthur was downgraded from a cyclone to a low-pressure area along the upper Texas coast as it made landfall on Thursday, losing wind intensity. The National Hurricane Center in Miami forecasts that the storm will still cause significant rainfall, with several inches expected in the southeastern United States through Friday. There are concerns about potential flooding, property damage, and disruptions to commerce and travel.