Tropical Storm Debby floods parts of Longs, SC. Could Ernesto bring more rain our way?
Tropical Storm Debby left the Myrtle Beach area last week but another storm is developing in the Caribbean, with potential impacts in the Myrtle Beach area.
Tropical Storm Ernesto is currently situated in the Caribbean and will likely hit the British and U.S. Virgin, Puerto Rico and other islands located in the area, the Miami Herald reported. After the Caribbean, Ernesto will develop into a hurricane while moving north. It should stay in the ocean off the east coast, said Reid Hawkins, a science officer for the National Weather Service.
The Myrtle Beach area will likely not see storm conditions or rain, but it could impact the ocean. Dangerous rip currents and swells are likely on the beaches and coast, Hawkins said. It could be especially dangerous because the water may look fine but still have rip currents.
Tropical Storm Debby hit the Myrtle Beach area the week of Aug. 4, bringing over 15 inches of rain to certain parts of Horry County. The Waccamaw River and Little Pee Dee River are currently rising and are anticipated to bring major flooding to the area.
