Breaking: Tropical Storm Debby Forms Over Gulf of Mexico

Hurricane Warning Issued for Florida

Debby Strengthens with Sustained Winds of 40 mph

The National Hurricane Center has issued a tropical storm warning for parts of Florida's west coast as Tropical Storm Debby strengthens in the Gulf of Mexico.

As of 5 PM Eastern Time, Debby is located about 70 miles northwest of Havana, Cuba, with maximum sustained winds of 40 mph.

The storm is expected to continue strengthening and become a hurricane by Sunday night.

A state of emergency has been declared in several counties in Florida, including Pinellas, Manatee, and Sarasota.

Residents in these areas are urged to prepare for potential impacts from the storm, including flooding, high winds, and power outages.