Tropical Storm Debby has made a second landfall in South Carolina, bringing with it the threat of heavy rain and flooding to the East Coast, all the way up to Vermont.
Debby’s Path of Destruction
- Debby first came ashore as a Category 1 hurricane early Monday on the Florida Gulf Coast.
- It made its second landfall early Thursday near Bulls Bay, South Carolina.
- The storm is expected to weaken as it moves inland but will continue to dump rain.
- Up to 9 inches of additional rain is forecast for parts of eastern South Carolina and southeast North Carolina, raising concerns of flooding.
Impact on Communities
- In South Carolina, residents are already dealing with flood damage. Some areas have seen up to 8 inches of rain.
- At least four dams were breached in Bulloch County, Georgia, leading to rescues and road closures.
- Heavy rain has also been reported in communities as far north as the Great Lakes, New York, and New Jersey.
- Flash flooding is a concern in New York City, with emergency officials warning residents in basement apartments to be prepared to evacuate.
- Nearly 330,000 customers in Ohio are without power following severe storms associated with Debby.
Looking Ahead
- Governors in North Carolina and Virginia have declared states of emergency in preparation for Debby’s impact.
- Maryland has issued a state of preparedness declaration.
- The National Hurricane Center is tracking Debby’s path and will continue to issue updates.
