Richmond, VA – Heavy rainfall and dangerous beach conditions are expected across the Mid-Atlantic today as Post-Tropical Cyclone Chantal moves through the region. Residents in Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania are urged to stay alert for flash flooding and hazardous surf conditions as the system continues to track northeast.
According to the National Weather Service and the National Hurricane Center, Chantal is currently centered about 70 miles east-northeast of Danville, Virginia, moving northeast at roughly 15 mph. The agency notes that maximum sustained winds are near 30 mph with higher gusts, but little change in strength is forecast.
Heavy rain bands from Chantal are forecast to bring widespread rainfall totals of 2 to 4 inches across the impacted states today, with locally higher amounts possible, especially in more urbanized areas. Flash flood warnings have been issued, and meteorologists warn that isolated to scattered flash flooding could develop rapidly, particularly in low-lying and poorly drained locations.
Life-threatening surf and rip current risks remain high at beaches along the U.S. East Coast, from northeastern Florida through the Mid-Atlantic. The National Weather Service has issued a high rip current risk for coastal areas of North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, and New Jersey. Officials urge beachgoers to follow the advice of local lifeguards and heed posted warnings.
Travelers and residents are advised to monitor local alerts and avoid flooded roads. The public should continue to check updates from the National Weather Service and local emergency management agencies as conditions evolve through Tuesday morning.
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