Tropical Storm Debby Sways Toward South Carolina
The latest forecast from the National Hurricane Center indicates that Tropical Storm Debby is currently several miles offshore, anticipated to make landfall in South Carolina at approximately 2 AM Thursday.
Forecasted Impact on the Mid-Atlantic
As the storm progresses, it is expected to weaken into a tropical depression by Friday. The storm’s trajectory suggests potential impacts for North Carolina, Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania leading into the weekend, particularly affecting New Castle County in Delaware by Friday afternoon.
Rainfall and Flooding Concerns
Delaware is bracing for rainfall totals between 2 to 4 inches. The southeastern regions of the state might see between 1 to 2 inches. The saturated soil from prior rain might exacerbate flooding conditions across the region.
Understanding Tropical Depression
As it approaches New Castle County, Debby is expected to transform into a tropical depression, which is categorized as a tropical cyclone with maximum sustained winds of 38 mph or less, per the National Weather Service.
Delaware Weather Outlook
The following forecast by the National Weather Service suggests a wet pattern continuing, with a brief improvement by the weekend:
- Wednesday: Expect rain and thunderstorms, particularly in the afternoon, with highs in the 80s.
- Thursday: Showers and thunderstorms anticipated across the state, continuing the trend of wet weather with highs in the 80s.
- Friday: Showers are likely, accompanied by a chance of thunderstorms, with highs remaining in the 80s.
- Saturday: Morning rain will transition to sunny conditions, with high temperatures in the 80s.
- Sunday: A primarily sunny day is expected, with highs moving into the 80s.
