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Multiple areas in the Atlantic are showing signs of tropical development as we move through late July — and one system near the northern Gulf Coast is especially worth watching  AccuWeather meteorologists are tracking a cluster of thunderstorms that could bring dangerous flash flooding, damaging winds, and travel disruptions along the I-10 corridor — from Florida to Texas  Even if this system doesn’t develop into a full tropical storm, it will still impact millions with heavy rain and rough seas   What makes this storm tricky? Its path along the coast and strong upper-level wind shear could either fuel it or tear it apart   Meanwhile, Texas is baking in record heat — and that extreme heat could supercharge any storms that arrive  From boaters to commuters — everyone along the Gulf Coast should stay alert this week as the system progresses westward   Plus, another tropical wave far out in the Atlantic is being monitored — though it faces stronger winds and dry air   Will this be the first major tropical threat of the season? Watch now to find out what’s coming and how to prepare WooGlobe Ref : WGA903949 For licensing and to use this video, please email licensing@wooglobe.com

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00:00Heads up, Gulf Coast. Something's brewing in the Atlantic.

00:03While the Caribbean is calm for now,

00:05meteorologists are tracking multiple areas across the Atlantic Basin

00:09that could turn tropical in the coming days.

00:11One area in particular stands out,

00:13a cluster of thunderstorms drifting along the northern Gulf Coast.

00:17Even if it doesn't become a tropical storm,

00:19it's packing a punch with dangerous downpours and gusty winds.

00:23From the Ohio Valley to the Carolinas,

00:25and then sliding into Florida and the Gulf,

00:27this system is on the move all week.

00:30By late week, it could reach Texas,

00:32right as the Lone Star State swelters under its hottest heat wave of the summer.

00:36That heat might actually fuel the storm, making it stronger.

00:40But here's the wild card.

00:41Will the storm center stay offshore or hug the coast?

00:45Offshore gives it power. Onshore keeps it weak.

00:48And let's not forget wind shear.

00:50Strong breezes up high could either rip the system apart or speed it west.

00:53Either way, flash flooding, stormy skies,

00:56and rough seas are expected across the I-10 corridor.

01:00Boaters, travelers, and Gulf Coast residents.

01:03This week's weather could get wild.

01:05Stay alert.

01:06This tropical story is just getting started.

Tropical Trouble Brewing Near Gulf Coast — What to Know

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