Hurricane Zeta grows into category 2 storm as it nears gulf coast

Storm to weaken slightly as it makes landfall near New Orleans

Storm to weaken slightly as it makes landfall near New Orleans

Zeta is forecast to strengthen for a few more hours before slowing down in the cooler waters in the northern gulf.

"Even if a little weakening begins later today, however, Zeta should maintain hurricane strength through landfall," the NHC said.

The good news is that this is a fast-moving hurricane and that should limit the storm surge.

In terms of energy, about one-third of oil production and 44% of gas production is shut in.

From here, the range of possible outcomes is fairly narrow so I don't see any particular market risks.

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