Tropical Storm Chantal formed off the southeast coast

LELAND, NC (WWAY) — The third named storm of the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season, Tropical Storm Chantal, developed off the southeast coast Saturday morning.

Tropical storm warnings have been issued for Brunswick County coastal areas and coastal waters. As well as for Horry County and Georgetown County in South Carolina.

Tropical storm conditions will be felt as early as Saturday evening and continuing through Sunday. Winds could reach as high as about 60 mph along the coast. Strong winds may cause downed trees and power outages.

As Chantal tracks through the Carolinas, the main concerns are hazardous marine conditions, potential for flash flooding, and a low risk for tornadoes.

High risks for rip currents at all of our beaches will continue through Monday.

Rain could be heavy at times and totaling between 2-4 inches with isolated higher totals. There is a chance for isolated flash flooding with the heavy rain. Flood prone and low-lying areas are more at risk.

There is a low risk for isolated tornadoes to spin up with Chantal. If there is a tornado warning remember to act quickly. Get to the most interior room in your house and away from windows until the warning expires.

Brunswick, Horry, and Georgetown counties have the potential to see 1-3 feet of storm surge.

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