Tropical Storm Sara formed in the western Caribbean Sea and long-range forecasts show the possibility that the storm will turn to the northeast in the Gulf of Mexico and take a path toward Florida.

Tropical Storm Sara has formed in the Caribbean Sea and is forecast to continue strengthening, according to the National Hurricane Center.

Tropical Storm Sara has formed in the Caribbean and is expected to bring life-threatening rainfall, flooding, and the potential for mudslides to parts of Central America, the National Hurricane Center said.