A tropical disturbance is threatening Florida and the Gulf Coast with heavy rain and potential flash flooding. The National Hurricane Center has reported a 40 percent chance of the system developing into a tropical depression before it moves into southern Louisiana on Thursday (July 17). The disturbance, currently affecting the Florida Panhandle, is expected to bring significant rainfall to coastal areas of Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana through the weekend.
New Orleans could see up to 10 inches of rain in a worst-case scenario, with most areas along the Gulf Coast predicted to receive between two and six inches. Flood watches are in effect for southern Louisiana, Mississippi, and parts of Florida.
The National Weather Service has warned that some localized areas could receive as much as 15 inches of rain. The system, known as Invest 93L, is expected to produce long-duration heavy rainfall, potentially leading to flash flooding.
The system’s path remains uncertain, but it is likely to bring heavy rain to cities like Panama City, Mobile, and New Orleans. The warm waters of the Gulf, ranging from 85 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit, could fuel further development of the system. Residents along the Gulf Coast are advised to monitor forecasts closely as the situation evolves.
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