The storm came ashore with maximum sustained winds of 60 mph. The National Hurricane Center estimates Chantal made landfall near Litchfield Beach, South Carolina around 4:00 AM EDT (08 UTC), based on radar and reconnaissance data. Chantal is now moving inland and is expected to weaken rapidly throughout the day. By 5:00 AM, Chantal was located between Georgetown and Myrtle Beach, close to Murrells Inlet.

Main impacts are heavy rain, strong winds, and coastal flooding to parts of the Southeast.

Tropical-storm-force winds extend up to 115 miles from the center. A sustained wind of 47 mph and gust to 56 mph was reported at Springmaid Pier, SC. Gusty winds may lead to downed trees and isolated power outages.

Chantal is producing widespread rainfall totals of 2 to 4 inches, with isolated spots receiving up to 6 inches. The heaviest rainfall will impact eastern and central North and South Carolina, with a continued risk of flash flooding through Monday.

Peak storm surge of 1 to 2 feet is expected from South Santee, SC to Surf City, NC, especially during high tide.

Isolated tornadoes remain possible today across eastern North Carolina and northeastern South Carolina.

Even as the storm weakens, life-threatening rip currents and hazardous surf will continue from northeastern Florida to the Mid-Atlantic.

Chantal is forecast to turn northeast later today, gradually transitioning to a remnant trough by Monday.

Tropical storm warnings are in effect along the Carolina coastline until Tuesday.

Despite weakening winds, residents should remain alert for flooding, isolated tornadoes, and dangerous surf and rip current conditions.

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