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News Articles: Gulf of Mexico

A graphic from the National Hurricane Center shows Alberto's projected path into Mexico and the tropical storm warning spanning Texas' Gulf Coast as a result.

Tropical Storm Alberto, the first of the season, drenches Texas en route to Mexico

The first named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season has arrived. Tropical Storm Alberto is heading west towards Mexico, bringing heavy rains, coastal flooding and possible hurricanes to Texas.

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By:
  • Rachel Treisman
People are shown at the beach in Tampa, Fla., on Tuesday as the city prepares for Hurricane Idalia.

Idalia strengthens into a Category 4 hurricane as it nears Florida's Gulf Coast

Idalia intensified into a potentially catastrophic Category 4 hurricane Wednesday morning as it approached Florida's Big Bend region with 130 mph winds.

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By:
  • Russell Lewis and
  • Kevin Drew
Rice's whales can grow to 42 feet, but fewer than 100 remain.

Scientists Identify New Whale Species In Gulf Of Mexico

The Rice's whale can grow to 42 feet and is critically endangered, with fewer than 100 left.

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By:
  • Greg Allen
Hurricane Laura approaches the Gulf Coast of the U.S. on Wednesday. The storm rapidly intensified before it made landfall.

Hurricanes Like Laura Are More Likely Because Of Climate Change

Hurricane Laura rapidly intensified before it made landfall. Abnormally hot water in the Gulf of Mexico helped it gain power.

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By:
  • Rebecca Hersher