Raleigh, N.C. – Roadways across central North Carolina remain washed out and dangerous Monday as residents begin hot, humid cleanup in the wake of Tropical Storm Chantal, which dumped 6 to 10 inches of rain from Greensboro to Fayetteville.
According to the National Weather Service in Raleigh, rivers, creeks and streams throughout Guilford, Alamance, Randolph, and surrounding counties are still running fast and high, with some road closures in place after multiple routes were overtopped or washed away. Emergency officials urge drivers to find alternate routes, avoid flooded areas, and keep children away from storm drains or swollen waterways, which remain hazardous for several days.
US Highway 421, sections of I-85 near High Point, and rural roads in Randolph and Davidson counties saw significant flooding. Local emergency management reported several rescues overnight as flash flooding stranded motorists and cut off access to homes. Power outages and water damage have been reported in multiple neighborhoods from Lexington north to Greensboro.
Cleanup efforts are expected to be challenged by sweltering heat, with heat index values near 100°F and spotty afternoon storms through midweek. Residents are advised to drink plenty of water, limit time outdoors, and check on neighbors—especially those in flood-prone areas. If possible, delay travel until road conditions improve.
Warm, humid weather will persist, and scattered showers could slow repairs in the hardest-hit counties. Additional advisories remain possible as water levels fluctuate and more storms roll through.
