Invest 91L declared in the Gulf, with heavy downpours expected in Florida - FOX Weather
Tropical Depression Two has formed in the Gulf of Mexico, prompting weather alerts for Florida's Gulf Coast. The system is expected to bring heavy rainfall to the Southeast, with potential for further development into a tropical storm.
Why it matters
Timely tracking of tropical systems is critical for public safety and disaster preparedness in coastal regions during hurricane season.
Tropical Depression Two has officially formed in the Gulf of America right off the coast of Florida and is expected to bring heavy downpours to the Southeast. The storm — formerly known as Invest 91L — will move slowly to the north and north-west on the Southeast coastline. Tropical Storm Watches have been issued for portions of the Florida Gulf Coast. What to know about Tropical Depression Two.(FOX Weather) Rain from this system has already been reported in Tampa and along Florida's northwestern coast. Those along Florida's panhandle and along the western coast as well as in coastal Alabama should pay attention to the progress of this system, the NHC said. WHAT IS AN INVEST DURING HURRICANE SEASON? Tropical Storm Alerts issued in the Southeast.(FOX Weather) The FOX Forecast Center said we will need to watch how far north the tropical depression tracks.
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