Tropical Storm Debby: Aftermath and Ongoing Threats

Tropical Storm Debby, now downgraded to a tropical depression, has caused at least seven deaths and extensive damage across the southeastern U.S. Although weakening, it continues to pose risks of heavy rains, flash flooding, and tornadoes in the northeast. Power outages and evacuations are underway in affected areas.

Tropical Storm Debby, which has now been downgraded to a tropical depression, left a trail of devastation across the U.S. southeast, resulting in at least seven fatalities. The storm is now moving northward, threatening Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and New York with potential tornadoes and more flash flooding.

The National Weather Service (NWS) forecasts that Debby, although weakening, will continue to bring heavy rain and cause flash and river flooding over the next two days. After making its second landfall this week near Bulls Bay, South Carolina, Debby had already wreaked havoc from Florida's Gulf Coast to Georgia.

North Carolina and Virginia are on high alert for possible tornadoes, including areas near Washington, D.C. South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster reported no storm-related deaths in his state but urged residents to remain vigilant against potential flood dangers.

Power outage reports indicate over 45,000 customers are without electricity in North Carolina and Virginia. A deadly tornado in eastern North Carolina claimed one life and caused significant property damage. As Debby continues its path, emergency services are preparing for additional impacts, including dam failures in Georgia.

(With inputs from agencies.)