Tropical Depression 2 forms in the Northeastern Gulf of Mexico.The system is expected to remain offshore and be short-lived.
Here's the latest position/movement information:
LOCATION...28.0N 86.6W
ABOUT 305 MI...490 KM WNW OF FT. MYERS FLORIDA
ABOUT 325 MI...520 KM NW OF THE DRY TORTUGAS
MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS...35 MPH...55 KM/H
PRESENT MOVEMENT...WNW OR 290 DEGREES AT 2 MPH...4 KM/H
MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE...1007 MB...29.74 INCHES
There are currently no coastal watches or warnings in effect.
RAINFALL: Rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches with localized higher amounts up to 6 inches are possible through Saturday across portions of the central and southern Florida Peninsula. This rainfall is not directly related to Tropical Depression Two. This rainfall could lead to isolated flash, urban, and small stream flooding impacts.