National Hurricane Center: Storm system in Gulf being monitored for possible tropical development

ORLANDO, Fla. - Forecasters are keeping a close eye on an upper-level disturbance that could bring tropical development to the Gulf in the coming days, although the risk remains low.

According to local meteorologists, the disturbance is expected to move into the Gulf early this week, where it may encounter favorable conditions for organization due to warm water temperatures, now in the mid-80s. 

While the system currently poses no immediate threat, the National Hurricane Center has given it a 20% chance of development over the next seven days.

The Storm Team says it will continue monitoring the system as it interacts with a ridge of high pressure and gains access to warm Gulf waters, which could serve as fuel for further strengthening.