Summary
Heavy rain from the remains of Tropical Storm Chantal caused flooding in central North Carolina, forcing people to leave their homes and disrupting businesses. Emergency services carried out over 50 water rescues, and more than 60 people had to find temporary housing. The storm also impacted major roads, causing closures, and left many without electricity.
Key Facts
- Heavy rain from Tropical Storm Chantal hit central North Carolina.
- Over 50 water rescues were performed by the Chapel Hill Fire Department and other agencies.
- More than 60 people were displaced due to flooding.
- Businesses were flooded, including stores at a shopping center in Chapel Hill.
- No injuries were reported as of Monday morning.
- Authorities were searching for two missing canoers in Chatham County.
- Over 100 roads were affected, with some major roads closed.
- The Eno and Haw Rivers reached high water levels, breaking records at some locations.
- More than 30,000 people were without power on Monday morning.
