A tropical system near Florida is expected to move into the Gulf, bringing rain and potential flooding to Houston and the Gulf Coast. KPRC 2’s meteorologist explains what to expect as the week unfolds.

Invest 93L is expected to move onshore in Louisiana later today. Will it be a depression? Tropical Storm Dexter?

Likening the system to a merry-go-round, Pilié said weather forecasting models Thursday showed the storm doing a full loop around the southeast U.S. before circling back to the Gulf Coast, bringing increased rain chances and the potential for tropical development late next week.

NEW ORLEANS — A flood watch has been issued for our entire area from 1 p.m. Wednesday through late Friday night. Most see between 2-4 inches, with some spots over 5 inches.

The National Hurricane Center has highlighted an area it's watching in the Gulf. Right now, there's a low chance for development.

A tropical disturbance near the northern Gulf Coast only has a small window for development, but poses a threat of flooding rainfall, particularly in Louisiana,

The storm had maximum sustained winds of 75 mph, according to the National Hurricane Center said in its 7 p.m. ET update on Tuesday. Francine strengthened into a Category 1 hurricane on Tuesday night.

There's a chance the storm could form within the next 48 hours. Even if it doesn't, Florida is expecting heavy rain.