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Tropical Storm Imelda is projected to remain off the coast, bringing minimal impacts to the CSRA. As it approaches the U.S. coastline, isolated heavy rain and gusty winds could occur. While the storm may strengthen into a Category 1 hurricane, its path suggests it will not make landfall in the region. Residents should be aware of potential rain and wind gusts from Monday afternoon through Tuesday, although the heaviest rain is expected to be outside the CSRA. By the end of the week, typical fall weather patterns are anticipated.
Augusta, Georgia – Tropical Storm Imelda is projected to remain off the coast, leading to minimal impacts in the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA) as it approaches the U.S. coastline. The National Hurricane Center’s latest forecast as of 11 PM on Sunday, September 28, indicates that Imelda could strengthen into a Category 1 hurricane by Monday night, but is expected to trace the Florida coast before making a sharp eastward turn and moving out to sea without making landfall in the U.S.
Locally heavy rain and gusty winds are possible in the CSRA on Monday and Tuesday; however, the heaviest rainfall is forecasted to remain east and south of the area. Wind impacts in the CSRA are expected to consist of gusts ranging from 20 to 30 mph starting Monday afternoon and lasting through Tuesday. Rainfall amounts in the CSRA are anticipated at 1/2 inch or less, with some areas potentially receiving no rain at all.
A short-term weather forecast indicates a 60% chance of rain in the CSRA for Monday and Tuesday, decreasing to a 20% chance on Wednesday. The increasing moisture from Imelda will contribute to the likelihood of rain. The winds generated by Tropical Storm Imelda will primarily be influenced by the pressure gradient between low pressure associated with the storm and high pressure building in from the Northeast. Wind gusts expected from this event are projected to be significantly less than those experienced during severe thunderstorms.
Rainfall totals could vary across the CSRA, with forecasts ranging from 0.00 to 1.5 inches, and the southeastern counties—specifically Allendale, Bamberg, and Barnwell—expected to experience the most precipitation. There is also a marginal risk for flash flooding within the CSRA, particularly in areas that may receive heavier rainfall.
By Thursday, conditions in the region are expected to stabilize, with lower dewpoints ranging from the low to mid-50s and temperatures reaching the upper 70s. This shift will signal a return to typical fall weather patterns. There remains a potential for isolated heavy rainfall and damaging winds along the coast due to interactions with a non-tropical storm system and high pressure.
As of September 29, 2025, the overall impact from Imelda on the CSRA is expected to be mild, thanks to current projections about the storm’s track and intensity. Residents are advised to stay informed as developments occur, particularly if conditions change in the coming days.
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- WRDW: First Alert Forecast for Imelda
- Wikipedia: Tropical Storm Imelda
- WJBF: Tropical Storm Imelda’s Influence on CSRA Weather
- Google Search: Tropical Storm Imelda
- AccuWeather: Brewing Tropical Storm Imelda
- Google Scholar: Tropical Storm Imelda
- WJCL: National Hurricane Center on Imelda
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Tropical Storm Imelda
- WFXG: Live Tracking of Soon-to-be Imelda
- Google News: Tropical Storm Imelda Weather
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