Event Brief
Tropical Depression 2 forms; Panhandle storm watch
Filed: Jul 20, 2026 at 1:00 AM ET
Summary: NHC reports Tropical Depression 2 formed in the northern Gulf, issuing a Tropical Storm Watch for the Florida Panhandle.
WHO: National Hurricane Center (NHC)
WHAT: Tropical Depression 2 forms and a Tropical Storm Watch is issued for parts of the Florida Panhandle
WHEN: Jul 15, 2026 at 9:12 AM ET
WHERE: Florida Panhandle (Gulf Coast)
WHY: The storm formation over the northern Gulf of America prompted the watch, with heavy rain and possible flash flooding expected.
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