The disturbance that moved from over North Florida to off North Florida's Atlantic Coast became Tropical Depression 3 Friday afternoon. The National Hurricane Center issued its 5 p.m. advisory at about 4:35 p.

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

A disturbance off the coast of the southeast United States – east of Florida, near Georgia and South Carolina – became better organized Friday to become Tropical Depression 3. It was previously known as Invest 92L.

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

A tropical storm warning has been hoisted and a state of emergency declared in parts of Florida in anticipation of Tropical Storm Debby, which could unleash days of rain.

A Hurricane Watch has been issued for a portion of the Florida Gulf coast as Tropical Depression Four is set to bring several inches of rain, strong winds and a possible life-threatening storm surge.

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.