Tropical Storm Rafael may form today and move toward Florida
A low-pressure system is expected to form over Jamaica today, potentially becoming Tropical Storm Rafael. The National Hurricane Center forecasts it could strengthen into a tropical storm by Monday night and may develop into a hurricane by Tuesday. The storm is likely to bring heavy rainfall to parts of the Western Caribbean, with impacts expected in Florida later this week. While winds may not reach hurricane strength, the Florida Keys should monitor the situation closely for possible storm watches. The National Weather Service warns of increased rain chances and windy conditions in South Florida. The storm's future path will depend on a jet stream dip over the U.S., which could influence its trajectory toward the Gulf of Mexico.