Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/tropical-storm-forms-in-gulf-of-mexico Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Tropical storm forms in Gulf of Mexico Nation Oct 3, 2013 9:53 AM EDT The AP is reporting that a tropical storm formed in the Gulf of Mexico Thursday morning, about 500 miles south of the mouth of the Mississippi River. The storm, named Karen, is moving north-northwest at 13 mph with wind speeds of up to 60 mph and could be hurricane strength by Friday. A hurricane watch is in effect along the Gulf Coast from Lousiana to Florida. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now
The AP is reporting that a tropical storm formed in the Gulf of Mexico Thursday morning, about 500 miles south of the mouth of the Mississippi River. The storm, named Karen, is moving north-northwest at 13 mph with wind speeds of up to 60 mph and could be hurricane strength by Friday. A hurricane watch is in effect along the Gulf Coast from Lousiana to Florida. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now