Francine expected to be Cat. 1 hurricane before Louisiana landfall, watches issued for Texas coast KPRC Click2HoustonWill New Orleans be on the ‘dirty side’ of Francine? Here’s what you need to know. NOLA.com#Francine resources: The latest storm forecasts, maps, imagery and more National Oceanic and Atmospheric AdministrationCould Francine worsen Louisiana’s property insurance crisis? Greater Baton Rouge Business ReportRUNNING LIST: Schools begin to close in preparation of Tropical Storm Francine WLBT