Hurricane Debby making landfall in Florida

SOURCE apnews.com
Hurricane Debby made landfall in northern Florida, causing catastrophic flooding, life-threatening storm surge, and power outages. It is moving eastward over Georgia and South Carolina, with potential record-setting rains expected.

Key Points

  • Hurricane Debby made landfall as a Category 1 storm near Steinhatchee, Florida
  • Record-setting rains expected in coastal Georgia and South Carolina
  • Storm surge predicted to be biggest threat with 6 to 10 feet of inundation
  • Up to 30 inches of rain expected in some areas from Tuesday through Saturday

Pros

  • Alerting residents to the dangers of the storm
  • Providing updates on the storm's path and impact

Cons

  • Catastrophic flooding and life-threatening storm surge
  • Power outages affecting thousands of customers