Tropical Depression Two

Tropical Depression Two is expected to strengthen into Tropical Storm Bertha, threatening the northern Gulf Coast with heavy rain, coastal flooding, and tropical storm-force winds. The storm could intensify Monday night and impact areas from Florida's Panhandle to the Texas coast, with rainfall totals of 2-4 inches and potential flash flooding.

A tropical storm could form later today in the Gulf as Tropical Depression Two is expected to intensify into Tropical Storm Bertha while moving northwestward, according to the National Hurricane Center.

Tropical Depression Two is forecast to move along the Gulf Coast during the Atlantic Hurricane Season, which runs from June 1 through Nov. 30. The article highlights ongoing storm tracking efforts for the season.

A Heat Advisory is in effect for Miami-Dade and Broward Counties as South Florida experiences temperatures in the low to mid 90s with heat index values up to 108 degrees. Tropical Depression Two, currently in the northeastern Gulf, is expected to strengthen but poses no direct threat to South Florida. Drier air will lead to hotter conditions through Wednesday, with rain chances decreasing and afternoon storms becoming less frequent.

Tropical Depression Two formed in the Gulf and is expected to become Tropical Storm Bertha as it moves northwest, remaining away from South Florida. Indirect impacts include passing showers on Monday morning, with scattered storms and heavy rain possible later. Miami is forecast to reach 93°F with heat indices over 105°F.

South Florida is experiencing a 39-day heat streak with temperatures above 90°F, threatening a 2023 record. Tropical Depression Two formed in the Gulf of America with 30 MPH winds, posing a potential threat to the Florida Panhandle and a possible hurricane risk if it takes a southerly track toward Louisiana or Texas.

The National Hurricane Center has issued a warning that Tropical Depression Two may impact Texas this week as a developing system in the northeastern Gulf of Mexico moves toward the Texas coast. Southeast Texas faces an elevated risk of tropical weather later this week.

June is historically the least active month of the hurricane season, with only three Category 3+ hurricanes recorded in June since records began. Early June tropical development typically occurs near the U.S. in the western Caribbean, Gulf, and southeast Atlantic, driven by stalled fronts and the Central American Gyre. Current models show no immediate organized storm activity, but the Madden-Julian Oscillation may promote storminess by mid-June, though its influence is expected to be weaker due to a developing El Niño.