Tropical cyclone

The storm weakened to a tropical depression as it swept inland through Gulf Coast states on Sunday, sparing New Orleans but threatening floods to other areas.
New Orleans was spared the worst effects of the storm that weakened from hurricane status.
Tropical storm Barry is headed to New Orleans, Louisiana. Officials are warning its residents to prepare for major flooding and potential evacuations.
โ€œItโ€™s important that we donโ€™t focus on the forecast track. This storm could directly impact every area of the state from South Point all the way to the north shore of Kauai."
Gordon is expected to strengthen into a hurricane when it hits the central U.S. Gulf Coast this week.