Tropical Storm Chantal intensified as it neared the southeast U.S. coast, bringing heavy rainfall to parts of the Carolinas. Tropical storm warnings were issued for South Carolina and North Carolina as Chantal approached, with maximum sustained winds recorded at 60 mph while moving north at 8 mph. Rain bands caused concern for flash flooding, with expected rainfall totals of 2 to 4 inches, and local amounts up to 6 inches in some areas. Emergency management warned of potential tornadoes and advised against driving on flooded roads.
Tropical Storm Chantal is expected to bring heavy rains to parts of the Carolinas on Sunday, with maximum sustained winds of 60 mph and moving north at 8 mph.
Flash floods are an increasing concern as rain bands from Chantal move onshore, with total rainfall forecasted to be between 2 to 4 inches and some areas possibly receiving up to 6 inches.
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