Texas governor issues disaster declaration due to Tropical Storm Alberto threat

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott issued a disaster declaration for 51 counties due to the threat of Tropical Storm Alberto, which was expected to bring heavy rains and coastal flooding to the state through Thursday.The big picture: The formation of the first named storm over the Gulf of Mexico on Wednesday comes as forecasters predict an aggressive Atlantic hurricane season. Issued a disaster declaration for 51 counties as Tropical Storm Alberto impacts expected across the southern half of Texas. Texans are urged to heed the guidance of state and local officials to keep themselves and their loved…