The National Hurricane Center says a tropical tropical or subtropical depression could form near Florida's Atlantic coast during July 4th weekend.

The chance of a tropical or subtropical depression forming over Florida has surged to 60% as forecasters warn the Fourth of July weekend will bring heavy rain, possible flooding and rip currents

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A flood watch was in effect July 7 for several states, including Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. "Storm total rainfall of 2 to 4 inches, with local amounts up to 6 inches, is expected," the Weather Prediction Center said in a 5 a.m. ET update. "An elevated risk for flash flooding will continue."

Hurricane Hunters found that the storm, previously known as Invest 92, has organized into a tropical depression.

Both AccuWeather and the National Hurricane Center have raised the chances of tropical development around the July 4 weekend.

The National Hurricane Center has increased the chance of seeing tropical development over July 4th weekend to 60%. The greatest risk of impact is centered a few hundred miles east of Florida's ...

The state will send three swiftwater rescue teams to assist with response and recovery. DeSantis says they’re standing by to lend more help as requested.

The National Hurricane Center has increased the chance of seeing tropical development over July 4th weekend to 60%. The greatest risk of impact is centered a few hundred miles east of Florida's ...