Tropical Storm Chantal Makes Landfall in the Carolinas, Bringing Heavy Rain and Flood Risks
Tropical Storm Chantal made landfall in South Carolina, bringing heavy rain and flash flood warnings across the Carolinas, with maximum winds of 50-60 mph.
Overview
- Tropical Storm Chantal made landfall in South Carolina early Sunday morning, located 65-70 miles from Charleston.
- The storm is expected to bring 2 to 6 inches of rain, raising flash flood concerns in the Carolinas.
- Tropical storm warnings are in effect from South Santee River, SC, to Surf City, NC, due to the storm's approach.
- Chantal is moving north at 8 mph with maximum sustained winds of 50-60 mph, impacting coastal areas.
- Life-threatening surf and rip currents are anticipated along the coast from Florida to the Mid-Atlantic states due to the storm's influence.
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Analysis
Center-leaning sources present a factual and urgent tone regarding Tropical Storm Chantal, emphasizing its impact on the Carolinas. They highlight warnings and potential dangers, reflecting a commitment to public safety. The consistent focus on storm specifics suggests a bias towards conveying critical information rather than sensationalizing the event.
Tropical Storm Chantal hit South Carolina early Sunday morning, bringing heavy rain and the potential for flash flooding.
Tropical storm warnings are in effect for areas from South Santee River, South Carolina, to Surf City, North Carolina.
Heavy rain with total rainfall of 2 to 4 inches and local amounts up to 6 inches is expected in the coastal Carolinas, potentially leading to flash flooding.
The storm's center was located approximately 65-70 miles east/northeast of Charleston, South Carolina.
Storm conditions are expected to bring heavy rains to parts of the Carolinas through Sunday morning.
Chantal is forecasted to bring life-threatening surf and rip currents along the coast from northeastern Florida to the Mid-Atlantic states, with potential dangers extending to areas from Savannah, Georgia, to Jacksonville, Florida.
Tropical Storm Chantal formed off the southeast U.S. coast and grew in strength as it approached the region.
Tropical storm warnings were issued for portions of the Carolinas and two states.
The storm had maximum sustained winds of 50-60 mph and was moving north at 8 mph.
Rain bands from Chantal were causing flash floods as they moved onshore along the coast.
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"…Tropical Storm Chantal has made landfall in South Carolina early Sunday morning as officials warn of flash flooding and "life threatening" surf and rip currents as the storm system moves inland."
NBC News·20h·"…Chantal will continue to weaken as it moves inland, likely becoming a tropical depression later today and dissipating by Monday."
ABC News·20h·"…Chantal, which was expected to weaken, was about 70 miles northeast of Charleston and was moving inland at 8 mph."
USA TODAY·20h·"…The storm was expected to make landfall in South Carolina in the next few hours and weaken rapidly as it continues over land."
NPR·21h·"…Heavy rain was forecast for the coastal plain of the Carolinas through Monday — total rainfall of 2 to 4 inches, with local amounts up to 6 inches — threatening flash flooding."
NBC News·1d·FAQ
Tropical storm warnings are in effect from the South Santee River in South Carolina to Surf City, North Carolina, due to Tropical Storm Chantal's approach.
Chantal is expected to bring 2 to 6 inches of rain across portions of the Carolinas, with concerns of flash flooding due to heavy rainfall. Localized amounts could reach up to 6 inches, raising significant flash flood risks.
At landfall, Tropical Storm Chantal has maximum sustained winds of 50 to 60 mph and is moving north at about 8 mph, impacting coastal areas of South Carolina and the Carolinas.
In addition to wind and rain, Chantal is expected to cause life-threatening surf and rip currents along the coast from Florida to the Mid-Atlantic states, with minor storm surge of 1 to 3 feet possible for coastal areas under the tropical storm warning.
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