Cerca of 15 million people are under flood warning stretching from Louisiana to Geórgia this Tuesday. The region is bracing for more heavy rain and storms that could bring up to 2 inches of precipitation in some areas, with the possibility of large hail, strong winds and a few tornadoes southwest of Texas.
Também Excessive rain is forecast in an area extending from Carolinas to the west of Texas, including the cities of Midland and Fort Stockton, where conditions may intensify over the next few hours.
Alertas in force in major cities
Nova Orleans is under flood warning until 7pm this Tuesday local time. Pancadas of rain and thunderstorms are expected to persist overnight, with up to 25 millimeters of precipitation forecast, with up to 50 millimeters expected in some areas. Hourly precipitation rates can reach 25 to 75 millimeters.
Atlanta also remains under a flood warning until 11pm local time on Tuesday, with 1.9 to 3.2 centimeters of rain forecast and up to 5 centimeters in isolated areas. The city faces a similar risk from concentrated hourly precipitation that increases the potential for flash flooding.
Ambas cities could be hit with hourly rainfall rates of 25 to 75 millimeters, so even areas not officially under a flood warning could face flash flooding on Tuesday.
Impactos already registered over the weekend
Fotos and Memorial Day videos over the weekend showed a completely flooded driveway in Mississippi. Carros were trapped in several inches of rain across the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area during stationary thunderstorms that hit the area.
The strong storms left a trail of water on streets and private properties, demonstrating the intensity of precipitation that the region has been experiencing. Poplarville, in Mississippi, was one of the places most affected by flooding over the long weekend.
Previsão for the next few days
Há forecast more precipitation in the region throughout the week, with rainfall volumes still to be determined by meteorological agencies. Conditions remain unstable and require constant monitoring:
- Até 5 centimeters of rain in isolated areas of Sul
- Possibilidade Large hail across southwestern parts of Texas
- Strong Ventos and some tornadoes are also possible
- Precipitação hourly 25 to 75 millimeters in cities like Nova Orleans and Atlanta
- Risco of flash floods even outside officially alerted areas
The combination of excessive rain, stationary storms and the continued precipitation forecast keeps the region on high alert. Autoridades locations recommend that residents in at-risk areas remain vigilant and follow evacuation guidance if issued.