Tropical Storm Debby Devastates Southern Cities with Record Rainfall and Flooding

Tropical Storm Debby wreaked havoc on historic southern cities, causing severe flooding and record-setting rainfall after landfall in Florida. The storm has claimed five lives and led to mass rescues. With sustained winds of 45 mph, it continues to threaten as it moves northeast, prompting state emergencies and federal disaster assistance.

Tropical Storm Debby has made a severe impact on some of America's oldest Southern cities, unleashing torrential rain and floods after hitting Florida, and necessitating the rescue of hundreds from inundated residences on Tuesday.

The storm's unprecedented rainfall, responsible for at least five deaths in Florida and Georgia, has created flash floods with projections of up to 25 inches in some regions, according to the National Hurricane Center's latest advisory.

City officials in Savannah and Charleston have issued flash flood warnings and overnight curfews, urging residents to evacuate. Meanwhile, rescue operations and emergency warnings continue, with President Biden declaring federal disaster assistance for affected states.