Southeast US Faces Heavy Rainfall, Coastal Flood Risks Amid Tropical Wave Development

The Southeast, particularly Savannah, Ga., and West Tennessee, is experiencing a period of variable weather with rain showers, coastal flooding, and tropical activity. Early week conditions include scattered showers and minor coastal flooding due to persistent onshore winds and a full moon causing higher tides, with some areas seeing flash flooding from heavy rain. Temperatures are generally mild, ranging from the upper 60s to mid-80s, with a brief dry and warmer period midweek before a cold front brings increased rain chances and cooler temperatures later in the week. Tropical waves in the Atlantic pose a notable risk, with one disturbance near the Leeward Islands having a high chance (70-90%) of developing into a tropical system, potentially moving westward towards the Caribbean. Another weak low-pressure system near the Bahamas is bringing tropical moisture but is not expected to develop into a tropical storm, though it is increasing humidity and rain chances across the Southeast. Overall, the region should prepare for continued rainfall, potential flooding, and the ongoing monitoring of tropical systems over the next week.