Major storm targets East Coast ahead of holiday travel rush

The entire East Coast will soon feel the impact of a dangerous storm that's set to bring heavy rain and strong winds ahead of the holiday travel rush.

The worst of the rain -- 4 to 6 inches -- is forecast from Florida to the Carolinas.

The torrential rain will first strike Florida on Saturday.

Severe thunderstorms are possible from Miami to Orlando to Tampa. Residents should be prepared for flooding, damaging winds and possible tornadoes.

Flood watches have been posted for the Florida Keys and the Miami area, while high surf advisories and coastal flood warnings were issued along much of Florida's east coast.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said he's activated the Florida State Guard.

On Sunday morning, the storm will move north, bringing heavy rain, strong winds and coastal flooding to Georgia and the Carolinas.

Flash flooding will be possible in Savannah, Charleston and Charlotte.

On Sunday afternoon, the storm will push into the Northeast.

The bulk of the heavy rain will hit Sunday night along the Interstate 95 corridor, where 2 to 3 inches of rain is forecast. Flash flooding is possible, especially in urban areas.

By Monday evening, the storm will exit New England.