Tropical Storm Arthur hits Texas coast with flooding; weakens into low-pressure system as tornadoes threaten Midwest

Tropical Storm Arthur has weakened but its remnants are poised to unleash days of heavy rain and potentially life-threatening floods across the southeastern US. Forecasters warn of significant rainfall totals, with isolated areas expecting up to 20 inches. Coastal communities braced for the deluge, clearing drains and distributing sandbags as a drowning incident near Houston highlighted the dangers of floodwaters.