Wind and rain for Nacogdoches and Lufkin area

Hurricane Gustav is tearing into Louisiana and evacuees are streaming into Nacogdoches, Lufkin and points beyond. The storm will continue marching into our area, in a diminished form.

According to meteorologist Conley Isom with KTRE television in Lufkin, here's the Monday/Tuesday outlook as of Monday mid-day.

Tropical Storm Wind Warnings will be in effect for Lufkin and Nacogdoches from 7PM Monday through 7PM Tuesday!
As hurricane Gustav continues pounding southern Louisiana, we will begin to see the effects later this evening as some of the outer rain bands arrive. The storm is expected to slow down as heads towards East Texas and the current forecast has the center of circulation over Toledo Bend by Tuesday morning.
The winds will be strongest to the east of Lufkin and Nacogdoches, around Center, San Augustine, and Hemphill. There winds could gust up to 60 mph. For the rest of us, winds will be gusting up to 40-50 mph. Make sure you have any loose items tied down or put away so that they do not blow around.
Another big concern is the potential for flooding. Since the storm is expected to slow, rain totals could easily reach 6-10 inches, with some isolated amounts higher than that. Remember, never cross a flooded roadway!

Keep up with changing conditions by following KTRE's updates.