July 4th Travel: Flood Warning Issued as Weather Threatens Thousands
What to Know:
Heavy rain is forecasted across Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas through Sunday, with the highest flood risk concentrated in Florida.
Flash flood watches are in effect for parts of southeastern Georgia, eastern South Carolina, and much of the Florida Peninsula.
The National Hurricane Center has given a "medium" chance of tropical development over the next seven days.
If the system organizes, it could form anywhere from the east coast of Florida to near Charleston, South Carolina.
Most forecast models suggest the system will not intensify significantly, but it could bring several inches of rain.
Rainfall totals of 4 to 6 inches are possible in some areas, with localized amounts even higher.
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