Chantal Floods NC; Deaths and Infrastructure Damage Reported

The remnants of Tropical Storm Chantal caused record-breaking flooding across central and eastern North Carolina, leading to states of emergency in Alamance, Person, Moore, and Orange counties and resulting in at least two deaths. Heavy rainfall, with up to 9 inches reported in some areas, caused the Haw and Eno rivers to reach or exceed historic flood levels. Over 100 people were rescued from floodwaters, including more than 80 by boat in Durham County, as first responders faced an overwhelming crisis. The flooding damaged critical infrastructure, collapsing roads and inundating a key water treatment plant, which led to water conservation and boil advisories. Tens of thousands lost power, and Governor Josh Stein urged residents to heed warnings and avoid flooded areas as recovery efforts continued. The storm continued northeast, posing further flood risks to Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.