Gulf Tropical Depression Two Forms, Threatens Florida Panhandle
Key Questions
Where has the tropical depression formed and what is it expected to become?
A tropical depression has formed in the Gulf of Mexico and is likely to become Tropical Storm Bertha. A tropical storm watch is currently in effect for the Florida Panhandle.
What impacts are expected for Florida from this system?
Heavy rain and flooding threats are anticipated for Tallahassee and the Big Bend region, with waves of rain moving through west-central Florida. The system has become better organized in the northeastern Gulf.
How certain are forecasts about the storm's track and broader effects?
Models remain uncertain on the exact track of the depression. This development adds to ongoing US flood concerns, particularly with existing flooding in Texas.
A tropical depression has formed in the Gulf of Mexico, likely to become Tropical Storm Bertha. A tropical storm watch is in effect for the Florida Panhandle, with heavy rain and flooding threat for Tallahassee and Big Bend. Models uncertain on track. This adds to ongoing US flood concerns, especially with Texas already flooding.