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Tropical Storm Ophelia Threatens East Coast with Heavy Rain and Strong Winds

Tropical Storm Ophelia formed off the Atlantic coast early Friday afternoon and is threatening to bring heavy rain, storm surges, and strong winds to the East Coast this weekend, according to the National Hurricane Center.

Ophelia is moving closer to the mid-Atlantic region, with the most impact being felt in parts of North Carolina and Virginia. It had maximum sustained winds of 60 mph and was forecasted to make landfall Saturday morning.




The National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Ophelia will likely deliver heavy rain, storm surge, and high winds to communities across North Carolina and the Chesapeake Bay
National Hurricane Center

Rain is already moving inland across North Carolina with some areas expected to get up to 7 inches of rain. Storm surge warnings have been issued, with surges between 3 and 5 feet forecasted for parts of North Carolina.

Schools in coastal areas of North Carolina and Virginia have announced early dismissals and the cancelation of afterschool and weekend activities.