Storm damage is expected to be limited because the El Niño weather pattern will counter its worst effects. But unusually warm waters in the Atlantic means the risk of destructive storms is still high.

Tropical Depression Two is projected to become Tropical Storm Bertha by Monday, currently positioned south of Panama City, Florida.

A tropical storm watch is in effect Monday for the Florida panhandle as a tropical depression in the Gulf is expected to become Tropical Storm Bertha.