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Global News
06-07-2025
- Climate
- Global News
Chantal weakens to a tropical depression but raises concerns of flash flooding in North Carolina
Tropical Storm Chantal was downgraded to a depression Sunday but raised concerns of possible flash flooding as it makes its way into central and eastern North Carolina. Chantal made landfall near Litchfield Beach, South Carolina, at about 4 a.m. EDT Sunday, the National Hurricane Center in Miami said. At 11 a.m., it was located about 80 miles (130 kilometers) west of Wilmington, North Carolina, and was moving north at 9 mph (14 kph) with maximum sustained winds of 35 mph (56 kph). Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy The system was expected to turn to the northeast late Sunday as it weakens further. The hurricane center canceled tropical storm warnings for portions of the two Carolinas. But heavy rain was forecast for parts of North Carolina through Monday, with total rainfall of 2 to 4 inches (5 to 10 centimetres) and local amounts up to 6 inches (15 centimetres) that could lead to flash flooding. Story continues below advertisement Forecasters said dangerous surf and rip currents at beaches from northeastern Florida to the mid-Atlantic states are expected to last for the next couple of days. South Carolina's Emergency Management division had warned residents earlier of the possibility of isolated tornadoes along the coast and of minor coastal flooding. It also warned drivers not to venture on water-covered roads or around road-closure signs where flooding occurred.
The Advertiser
06-07-2025
- Climate
- The Advertiser
Tropical Storm Chantal crosses southeast US coast
Tropical Storm Chantal is forecast to bring heavy rains as it moves inland across northeast South Carolina. Tropical storm warnings were issued for portions of the two Carolinas, the National Hurricane Center in Miami said on Sunday. The storm was about 112km east of Charleston, South Carolina, early on Sunday, and 136km southwest of Wilmington, North Carolina. Its maximum sustained winds were clocked at 80km/h and it was moving north at 13km/h. Rain bands from Chantal were moving onshore, the hurricane centre said, with flash floods an increasing concern. Heavy rain that could lead to flash flooding was forecast for parts of North Carolina through Monday. South Carolina's Emergency Management division had warned residents earlier of the possibility of isolated tornadoes along the coast and of minor coastal flooding. It also warned drivers not to venture on water-covered roads or around road-closure signs where flooding occurred. Tropical Storm Chantal is forecast to bring heavy rains as it moves inland across northeast South Carolina. Tropical storm warnings were issued for portions of the two Carolinas, the National Hurricane Center in Miami said on Sunday. The storm was about 112km east of Charleston, South Carolina, early on Sunday, and 136km southwest of Wilmington, North Carolina. Its maximum sustained winds were clocked at 80km/h and it was moving north at 13km/h. Rain bands from Chantal were moving onshore, the hurricane centre said, with flash floods an increasing concern. Heavy rain that could lead to flash flooding was forecast for parts of North Carolina through Monday. South Carolina's Emergency Management division had warned residents earlier of the possibility of isolated tornadoes along the coast and of minor coastal flooding. It also warned drivers not to venture on water-covered roads or around road-closure signs where flooding occurred. Tropical Storm Chantal is forecast to bring heavy rains as it moves inland across northeast South Carolina. Tropical storm warnings were issued for portions of the two Carolinas, the National Hurricane Center in Miami said on Sunday. The storm was about 112km east of Charleston, South Carolina, early on Sunday, and 136km southwest of Wilmington, North Carolina. Its maximum sustained winds were clocked at 80km/h and it was moving north at 13km/h. Rain bands from Chantal were moving onshore, the hurricane centre said, with flash floods an increasing concern. Heavy rain that could lead to flash flooding was forecast for parts of North Carolina through Monday. South Carolina's Emergency Management division had warned residents earlier of the possibility of isolated tornadoes along the coast and of minor coastal flooding. It also warned drivers not to venture on water-covered roads or around road-closure signs where flooding occurred. Tropical Storm Chantal is forecast to bring heavy rains as it moves inland across northeast South Carolina. Tropical storm warnings were issued for portions of the two Carolinas, the National Hurricane Center in Miami said on Sunday. The storm was about 112km east of Charleston, South Carolina, early on Sunday, and 136km southwest of Wilmington, North Carolina. Its maximum sustained winds were clocked at 80km/h and it was moving north at 13km/h. Rain bands from Chantal were moving onshore, the hurricane centre said, with flash floods an increasing concern. Heavy rain that could lead to flash flooding was forecast for parts of North Carolina through Monday. South Carolina's Emergency Management division had warned residents earlier of the possibility of isolated tornadoes along the coast and of minor coastal flooding. It also warned drivers not to venture on water-covered roads or around road-closure signs where flooding occurred.
The Hindu
06-07-2025
- Climate
- The Hindu
Tropical Storm Chantal brings heavy rains as it moves across northeastern South Carolina
Tropical Storm Chantal is forecast to bring heavy rains as it moves inland across northeastern South Carolina on Sunday (July 6, 2025). Tropical storm warnings were issued for portions of the two Carolinas, the National Hurricane Center in Miami said. The storm was about 70 miles (112 kilometers) east of Charleston, South Carolina, early Sunday, and 85 miles (136 kilometers) southwest of Wilmington, North Carolina. Its maximum sustained winds were clocked at 50 mph (80 kph), and it was moving north at 8 mph (13 kph). Rain bands from Chantal were moving onshore, the hurricane center said, with flash floods an increasing concern. Heavy rain was forecast for parts of North Carolina through Monday (July 7, 2025), with total rainfall of 2 to 4 inches (5 to 10 centimeters) and local amounts up to 6 inches (15 centimeters) that could lead to flash flooding. South Carolina's Emergency Management division had warned residents earlier of the possibility of isolated tornadoes along the coast and of minor coastal flooding. It also warned drivers not to venture on water-covered roads or around road-closure signs where flooding occurred.
Arab Times
06-07-2025
- Climate
- Arab Times
Tropical Storm Chantal strengthens slightly as it nears landfall in South Carolina
MIAMI, July 6, (AP): Tropical Storm Chantal grew in strength as it approached the southeast U.S. coast. It's forecasted to bring heavy rains to parts of the Carolinas on Sunday. Tropical storm warnings were issued for portions of the two states, the National Hurricane Center in Miami said. The storm was about 75 miles (120 kilometers) east of Charleston, South Carolina, early Sunday, and 85 miles (136 kilometers) southwest of Wilmington, North Carolina. Its maximum sustained winds were clocked at 60 mph (96 kph), and it was moving north at 8 mph (13 kph). Rain bands from Chantal were moving onshore, the hurricane center said, with flash floods an increasing concern. The storm was expected to make landfall in South Carolina in the next few hours and weaken rapidly as it continues over land. Heavy rain was forecast for parts of North Carolina through Monday, with total rainfall of 2 to 4 inches (5 to 10 centimeters) and local amounts up to 6 inches (15 centimeters) that could lead to flash flooding. South Carolina's Emergency Management division had warned residents earlier of the possibility of isolated tornadoes along the coast and of minor coastal flooding. It also warned drivers not to venture on water-covered roads or around road-closure signs where flooding occurred.
Hamilton Spectator
06-07-2025
- Climate
- Hamilton Spectator
Tropical Storm Chantal strengthens slightly as it nears landfall in South Carolina
MIAMI (AP) — Tropical Storm Chantal grew in strength as it approached the southeast U.S. coast. It's forecasted to bring heavy rains to parts of the Carolinas on Sunday. Tropical storm warnings were issued for portions of the two states, the National Hurricane Center in Miami said. The storm was about 75 miles (120 kilometers) east of Charleston, South Carolina, early Sunday, and 85 miles (136 kilometers) southwest of Wilmington, North Carolina. Its maximum sustained winds were clocked at 60 mph (96 kph), and it was moving north at 8 mph (13 kph). Rain bands from Chantal were moving onshore, the hurricane center said, with flash floods an increasing concern. The storm was expected to make landfall in South Carolina in the next few hours and weaken rapidly as it continues over land. Heavy rain was forecast for parts of North Carolina through Monday, with total rainfall of 2 to 4 inches (5 to 10 centimeters) and local amounts up to 6 inches (15 centimeters) that could lead to flash flooding. South Carolina's Emergency Management division had warned residents earlier of the possibility of isolated tornadoes along the coast and of minor coastal flooding. It also warned drivers not to venture on water-covered roads or around road-closure signs where flooding occurred. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
