A weather system recently hovered off the southern Gulf Coast, posing a threat to the Rio Grande Valley. The region received rain and an increase in mosquitoes, but the system ultimately moved up the coast and formed into Tropical Storm Arthur. The potential storm would have affected not only human residents, but also the sensitive ecosystems in the area.

These ecosystems are home to diverse wildlife, including unique and endangered species. Further information about the impact of storms on local wildlife, including the critically endangered Kemp's ridley turtle, is available from the source. Details about the storm and its effects on the Valley can be found there as well.