Timeline: Storms, flooding possible in Orlando as tropical disturbance moves across Florida

The Brief

  • Heavy rain and flash flooding are possible across Central Florida this week, with areas west of Orlando potentially receiving 4–5 inches of rain and coastal regions seeing 1–2 inches.
  • The disturbance, now classified as Invest 93-L, has a 20% chance of development in 2 days and 30% over 7 days, with tropical moisture fueling widespread storms regardless of formation.
  • Rain chances peak Monday through Wednesday, with storms likely strongest in the afternoons.

ORLANDO, Fla. Central Florida is bracing for the potential of heavy rainfall and localized flooding this week as a tropical disturbance in the Atlantic moves westward toward the Gulf.

How much rain could fall in Central Florida?

What we know:

Forecasters say rainfall totals could vary widely across the region.

Areas west of Orlando, particularly those closer to the Gulf Coast, could receive 4 to 5 inches of rain.

Coastal areas such as Volusia and Brevard counties

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