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Tropical storms and flood risk this week in southeastern U.S. A combination of a stationary front and the income from tropical humidity from the Gulf of Mexico could lead to heavy rains and thunderstorms in several states in the southeastern United States.
Important points
Affected areas:
From Louisiana to northern Floridaespecially along the Interstate 10including cities such as New Orleans, Mobile, Tallahassee and Jacksonville.
Is there a risk of cyclonic development?
Although a possible low pressure system off southeast coast, is not expects tropical development significant in the next few days. However, the humidity associated with this system could generate very intense tropical-type rains.
How much rain is expected?
Forecasts point to accumulations of 2 to 3 inches (5 to 8 cm)The rainfall is expected to be higher in some areas where the storms remain stationary. Widespread flooding is not anticipated, there is a risk of local flooding.
Recommendations:
- Check local forecasts and official weather alerts.
- If you live in an area vulnerable to flooding, prepare an emergency plan.
- Avoid driving on flooded roads, even if the water appears to be low.
Remember: a system does not need to have a name to have an impact. The combination of moisture and a stationary front can be enough to cause dangerous flooding.
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