As weather patterns continue to shift and intensify, various coastal regions in the United States are facing a barrage of weather-related challenges. From rip currents to flooding and strong winds, the National Weather Service (NWS) has issued multiple advisories to alert residents and visitors about the potential risks.
In Charleston, South Carolina, a Rip Current Statement was issued until 8:00 PM EDT, warning of dangerous rip currents along Georgia Beaches, Beaufort, and Coastal Jasper. These powerful currents can pose a significant threat to swimmers, even those with strong swimming abilities, by pulling them away from the shore into deeper waters.
Moving up the East Coast, NWS Boston/Norton MA has issued several Coastal Flood Advisories for Dukes and Nantucket Counties in Massachusetts. These advisories warn of up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways, with the potential for road closures and shallow flooding in certain areas.
In Arizona, a Flood Warning has been issued for Maricopa County due to excessive rainfall causing flooding in rivers, creeks, streams, and low-lying areas. The warning highlights the imminent or ongoing flooding in the region, with some locations already experiencing between 2.5 and 3 inches of rain.
Further east, NWS Wilmington NC has issued a Flood Advisory for parts of southeast North Carolina and northeast South Carolina, including Columbus, Dillon, and Horry Counties. Heavy rainfall from thunderstorms has led to minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas, with additional rainfall expected to exacerbate the situation.
Additionally, a Wind Advisory has been issued for Barnstable County in Massachusetts, with northeast winds of 20 to 30 mph and gusts up to 50 mph expected until 8:00 PM EDT on Monday. These strong winds could potentially cause unsecured objects to be blown around, tree limbs to fall, and power outages to occur.
As climate change continues to impact weather patterns, it is crucial for residents and authorities to stay informed and prepared for potential weather-related hazards. By heeding the warnings and taking necessary precautions, individuals can mitigate risks and ensure their safety during extreme weather events.
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References:
– Rip Current Statement: [https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.fad273562b6e3191507689dc6e6950b52996d8ee.002.1.cap]
– Coastal Flood Advisory 1: [https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.d8f1637fb29a2ce3e2b0cc7fff74989d436ffaa6.002.2.cap]
– Coastal Flood Advisory 2: [https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.d8f1637fb29a2ce3e2b0cc7fff74989d436ffaa6.002.1.cap]
– Flood Warning: [https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.cb1a8a55aafcd570b20d999407f464209122adf1.001.1.cap]
– Flood Advisory: [https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.30600c32da7d7152d00e0b1318740ba1e5ff4d0d.001.1.cap]
– Wind Advisory: [https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.1f534ae2baed5742662ee9d1970d7089d5e0b57c.002.1.cap]
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