Impending Storm Threatens East Coast with Heavy Rain and Strong Winds

A storm forming in the Gulf of Mexico is set to hit Florida on Saturday and then track up the East Coast, bringing heavy rainfall, gusty winds, and coastal hazards. The storm is expected to drench almost the entire state of Florida and spread into the Southeast, with a risk of flash flooding and rising rivers. Strong winds and a few tornadoes are possible in Florida, while the storm will expand its impacts to Georgia, the Carolinas, and the Northeast on Sunday. The storm will reach its peak strength on Monday, potentially causing disruption and power outages in the Northeast, although no significant snowfall is expected.