A developing tropical depression near the Bahamas has raised alarms across the southeastern United States, where heavy rains, strong winds, storm surges, and flooding are expected starting next Monday.
The system, known as Tropical Depression Nine, is already producing winds of more than 50 km/h and could strengthen into Tropical Storm Imelda in the coming hours. As expected, Florida has placed several areas under warning, from Palm Beach to Volusia, while the Bahamas remain on alert as the system advances.
Experts warn that even without making direct landfall, the storm could bring significant water accumulation in rivers and streams, as well as severe flooding in South Carolina and Georgia.
Should residents be concerned even if the storm does not make direct landfall?
Yes. Meteorologists stress that its indirect effects, such as persistent rainfall and storm surges, can cause significant infrastructure damage and impact thousands of people across the southeastern of United States