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.
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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