The northern Gulf Coast is at risk of heavy rainfall, flash flooding, and gusty winds. Urban areas, including New Orleans, could experience significant water accumulation, with rainfall totals reaching up to 6 inches in some locations. Coastal regions from the Mississippi River mouth to the Alabama-Florida border may see storm surges of 2 to 4 feet above normal levels, posing a threat of life-threatening inundation. Tropical storm conditions, including sustained winds of 39+ mph, are expected in the warning areas within 36 hours, with higher gusts potentially causing isolated power outages.