By Monday morning, the system will be overtaking much of the state with light-to-moderate rain. By the afternoon hours, higher rain rates and gusty storms are possible in cities like Fort Myers, Naples, West Palm Beach and Miami. MIAMI – A deluge of rain is expected to soak Florida on Monday, bringing potential flooding and even isolated tornadoes to the Miami metro, the FOX Forecast Center warns. The system is currently overtaking much of the Sunshine State with light-to-moderate rain. By Monday afternoon, higher rain rates and gusty thunderstorms are possible along Florida's heavily populated Interstate 95 corridor. The moisture-laden system, originating from the Gulf, has already delivered significant rainfall to Louisiana and Texas , with rainfall totals reaching 3.5-4.5 inches in some areas. Now, the focus shifts to Florida, where the Gulf moisture is expected to unleash its full force. A look at the top rain reports along the Gulf Coast since Saturday. Due to the potential for heavier downpours on Monday, a low-end flash flood risk has been issued along the I-95 corridor from West Palm Beach to Homestead . While widespread flooding is not expected, urban areas such as Miami could see some flooded streets. A look at the flash flood threat in South Florida on Monday. Outside the potential for flash flooding, severe storms are possible late in the day. A brief tornado and waterspouts are possible. Miami, Fort Lauderdale and Key West are all under threat. A look at the severe storm threat in South Florida on Monday. Storms will likely continue through late Monday before a drying trend takes over on Tuesday. Generally, between 1 and 2 inches of rain is expected, though some locations could see more than 3 inches should a storm linger. More rain is set to soak soak the Southeast through Tuesday morning.
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