Chantal leaves severe flooding in the Carolinas
Tropical Storm Chantal brought heavy rain and flooding to North Carolina after hitting the southern coast as a tropical storm.
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Tropical Storm Chantal made landfall early Sunday near Litchfield Beach, South Carolina, bringing heavy rain and winds of up to 60 mph.
Although the system weakened hours later, its path left a path of destruction, particularly in North Carolina, where torrential rains caused severe flooding, power outages, and emergency evacuations.
Chantal formed days ago off the southeastern coast of the United States and rapidly evolved from a tropical depression to a storm. As it moved inland, its intensity diminished, but its effects did not. Accumulated rainfall exceeded 15 centimeters in some areas., causing sudden river floods and overflows.
Record flooding and evacuations in North Carolina
One of the most critical areas was central North Carolina, where more than 50 flood rescues were reported in and around Chapel Hill. In Orange County, dozens of homes were evacuated due to fears of a local dam collapsing. Authorities also reported historic levels on rivers like the Haw, which reached its highest point since 1996.
Meanwhile, nearly 37,000 homes were left without power due to fallen trees and collapsed infrastructure. Several roads remain closed, and authorities maintain alerts for the possibility of more heavy rains in the coming days.
Chantal is weakening, but the risk remains
Although Chantal weakened to a tropical depression as it moved northeast, heavy rainfall is still expected in states such as Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. Along the coast, rip current warnings remain in effect, especially for beaches in the Mid-Atlantic and New England areas.
Meteorological services and local authorities advise the public to stay informed, avoid unnecessary travel, and avoid crossing flooded roads. The storm, although weakened, could pose a threat to communities in the eastern U.S. in the next 48 hours.
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