Archive · 19 Jul 2026
Tropical Depression Two Threatens Gulf Coast
A tropical depression is moving slowly towards the Gulf Coast, bringing heavy rain and the possibility of becoming a tropical storm.
The storm is currently located about 155 miles south of Panama City, Florida, and is expected to bring 2 to 4 inches of rain, with some areas getting up to 8 inches.
This could cause flash flooding, especially in cities and places with poor drainage.
The storm is also expected to bring strong winds and a storm surge of 1 to 3 feet in some areas.
Residents in Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas are being told to watch the storm closely and get ready for possible storm conditions.
The storm's path is uncertain, making it hard to predict exactly where and how hard it will hit.
Tropical Depression Two is located 155 miles south of Panama City, Florida, moving north-northwest at 2 mph with maximum sustained winds of 30 mph.
The system is expected to strengthen into a tropical storm by Sunday night or Monday, with winds reaching up to 50 mph by Wednesday.
A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect for the Ochlockonee River to the Florida-Alabama border, with additional watches possible for Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas.
The storm is expected to bring 2 to 4 inches of rain, with locally up to 8 inches, potentially causing flash flooding in urban areas and poor drainage locations.
A storm surge of 1 to 3 feet is forecasted between Indian Pass and Chassahowitzka, Florida, with actual flooding depending on the timing of high tide and local geography.
- Who
- Residents of Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas
- What
- Tropical Depression Two threatening the Gulf Coast with heavy rain, storm surge, and potential flash flooding
- When
- Expected to strengthen into a tropical storm by Sunday night or Monday
- Where
- Gulf Coast, particularly Florida Panhandle, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas
- Why
- The system has developed a well-defined low-level circulation and is expected to bring significant rainfall and storm conditions
Residents and Authorities
Meteorological Uncertainties
Preparedness and Response
Residents and Authorities
Residents and authorities are urged to monitor advisories and prepare for potential tropical storm conditions, including heavy rain, storm surge, and flash flooding.
Meteorological Uncertainties
Forecast confidence is lower than usual due to the storm's slow movement and potential for significant track changes, making it difficult to predict the exact impact.
- Current Location
- 155 miles south of Panama City, Florida
- Movement
- North-northwest at 2 mph
- Maximum Sustained Winds
- 30 mph
- Minimum Central Pressure
- 1011 mb
- Tropical Storm Watch
- Ochlockonee River to Florida-Alabama border
- Expected Rainfall
- 2 to 4 inches, locally up to 8 inches
- Storm Surge
- 1 to 3 feet between Indian Pass and Chassahowitzka, Florida