Powerful Storm System Brings Record-Breaking Rainfall and Power Outages to East Coast Residents

Residents along the East Coast are feeling the effects of a powerful storm system that is bringing heavy rains, high winds, and severe thunderstorms. The storm has already caused record-breaking rainfall and power outages in South Carolina, with over 33,000 customers losing power by noon on Sunday. In the area between Charleston and Myrtle Beach, more than 9 inches of rain has fallen since late Saturday.

The storm has also caused coastal flooding in the Tampa Bay area, according to the National Weather Service Tampa Bay. In South Carolina’s waterfront community of Georgetown, authorities have had to rescue dozens of motorists stranded by floodwaters.

Jackie Broach, spokesperson for Georgetown County, said that the flooding was not limited to areas that are usually prone to flooding. “It’s areas that we’re not really expecting to have flooding issues,” she said.

The storm is expected to continue bringing heavy rains and strong winds to the East Coast in the coming days. Residents are advised to take caution and stay informed of the latest weather updates.