Tropical Storm Chantal is currently positioned about 95 miles southeast of Charleston, South Carolina, with maximum sustained winds of 50 mph. Warnings have been issued for the Carolina coastline, which will begin to experience tropical storm conditions Saturday evening. Heavy rainfall is anticipated, leading to flash flooding, with total rainfall amounts ranging from 2 to 4 inches and localized amounts potentially reaching 6 inches. Minor storm surge of 1 to 3 feet is expected in warned areas, and dangerous surf and rip currents will pose risks along the East Coast over the next few days.
Tropical Storm Chantal, located about 95 miles southeast of Charleston, South Carolina, has maximum sustained winds of up to 50 mph.
Tropical storm conditions are expected to begin Saturday evening for portions of the Carolina coastline from South Santee River to Surf City.
Heavy rainfall across the coastal Carolinas will cause some flash flooding through Monday, with storm total rainfall of 2 to 4 inches expected.
Minor storm surge will occur, with a potential 1 to 3 feet for coastal areas under the Tropical Storm Warning.
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