Tropical Storm Chantal effects to be minimal

The remnants Tropical Storm Chantal is expected to move through our region over the next two days but effects are expected to be minimal.

The main impacts from Chantal will remain to the south and west. Accomack and Northampton Counties can expect scattered showers and thunderstorms today and Tuesday. Locally heavy rain is possible, especially Monday. The Shore is predicted to get between a quarter and half inch of rain from Chantal.

A Heat Advisory is in effect beginning 10 a.m. Tuesday, with “feels-like” temperatures reaching 105 to 109 degrees due to high humidity and limited overnight cooling. Residents are urged to limit outdoor activity during peak heat, stay hydrated, and check on vulnerable neighbors.

Small Craft Advisories are in place Monday due to southeast winds gusting up to 25 knots. Conditions are expected to calm by this evening.

Looking ahead, a continued pattern of warm, humid conditions with daily chances of afternoon storms is expected through Friday, although widespread severe weather is not anticipated.