Over the past few days, the remnants of Tropical Storm Francine have continued to impact the southeastern United States, bringing heavy rainfall and the threat of flash flooding. Despite making landfall earlier in the week, the storm's lingering effects have resulted in significant precipitation across several states.
Southern Louisiana experienced some of the heaviest rainfall, with totals exceeding six inches in certain areas. The Florida Panhandle also saw clusters of heavy rain, while Alabama and Tennessee received widespread totals of over four inches. These intense downpours have raised concerns about potential flash flooding, prompting flood watches in effect for Tennessee, Alabama, and Georgia.
Although the region has been experiencing drought conditions, the sudden influx of rain poses a risk of flooding if the precipitation accumulates too quickly. Additional rainfall of 3 to 4 inches, and in some cases up to 6 inches, is forecasted for the southeast, particularly in areas already saturated by Francine's impact.
Meanwhile, another weather system developing in the Atlantic is expected to bring heavy rain to the Carolinas, potentially leading to flooding by Monday. The system is projected to move up the east coast throughout the week, posing a threat of flash flooding for regions such as Greenville and Wilmington in the eastern Carolinas. While there is a medium chance of the system developing into a tropical storm, its impact on the region's rainfall remains a concern.
Further out in the Atlantic, Tropical Storm Gordon has formed with wind speeds of 45 MPH, adding to the active tropical weather patterns currently affecting the region.
