North Carolina has declared a state of emergency after Tropical Storm Chantal caused severe flooding and at least six deaths. Gov.

A disorganized low-pressure area off Florida's east coast is showing increasing chances of becoming a tropical depression or tropical storm later in the week, the National Hurricane Center said. Even now, it's already having an influence on Florida weather with isolated torrential rain.

Forecasters are warning of early signs of a potential tropical cyclone developing along the northeastern Gulf of Mexico. A low-pressure system that could bring storms to Florida before moving west has a medium chance of developing into a tropical cyclone over the next several days, according to the National Hurricane Center (NHC).

With the Texas Hill Country still recovering from flooding, Gov. Greg Abbott has activated emergency teams ahead of more potential heavy rain.

WDAM Digital Desk will be breaking down the National Weather Service’s daily 2 p.m. EDT updates on the tropical disturbance currently being tracked.

The State of Emergency was issued for 13 counties to help support long-term recovery efforts from flooding caused by Tropical Storm Chantal.

The tropical development in the northern Gulf of Mexico this week is expected to be limited due to its close proximity to land, but it will still pose a danger for the millions who reside across the region.

A tropical storm may form this week, bringing risks of flash flooding and strong thunderstorms from Florida to Louisiana.