Forecasters are closely monitoring an area of low pressure forming over the northeastern Gulf, with Invest 91L declared and significant downpours expected across Florida. A tropical storm may be on the horizon, potentially impacting South Carolina soon. Meteorologists predict that the Gulf system will bring heavy rain to Florida’s west coast and Big Bend starting this weekend, with elevated chances of rainfall continuing into the next week. The National Hurricane Center is tracking the disturbance, which has a 30% chance of developing into a tropical depression. Residents in regions like Polk County should prepare for possible strong storms and flooding, as 2 to 7 inches of rain could occur next week, regardless of tropical formation.