Tropical Storm Chantal has formed off the southeastern U.S. coast, prompting warnings for parts of the Carolinas. The National Hurricane Center expects storm conditions to impact the region later Saturday.

Tropical Depression Three is circulating just off the coast and is expected to strengthen into Tropical Storm Chantal later today. While minimal impacts are anticipated for the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry, residents can expect increased chances of scattered showers, storms, and gusty winds this weekend.