Tropical Storm Julia Meandering Off the South Carolina Coast

Jonathan Belles and Brian Donegan
Published: September 16,2016
Julia remains a tropical storm off the Southeast coast where it will meander for the next few days.
Julia could provide gusty winds near the coast and offshore. In addition, there will be a high risk of dangerous rip currents along the Southeast coast at times.
Further weakening of Julia is anticipated on Friday night and Saturday, and Julia should become a tropical depression by Saturday morning.

Latest Status and Impact From Julia

Tropical Storm Julia was located about 255 miles south-southeast of Cape Fear, North Carolina, as of Friday evening.

Current Storm Status

Julia is forecast to linger off the Southeast coast for a few days before finally dissipating. Julia is expected to slowly move toward the northwest on Saturday and Sunday, inching closer to the coast.

Current Radar

The threat for widespread heavy rain on the Southeast coast from Julia has diminished with the center now moving farther east. Charleston, South Carolina, saw 3.67 inches of rain from Julia on Wednesday.
All beachgoers are urged to stay out of the water along the coastal Carolinas due to a high risk of rip currents at times. Minor coastal flooding and high surf are also expected.
Julia is the first tropical cyclone on record to be named while over land in Florida, according to Dr. Phil Klotzbach.
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