Post-Tropical Cyclone Helene’s remnants traversed to the southern Midwest Friday
Friday’s peak wind gusts reached 40 mph at both airports.
Clouds will dominate this weekend with periodic mostly light showers and fairly gusty winds, which will continue to make for an angry Lake Michigan.
Chicago’s rain chances: Model snapshot at various times.
Helene produces gargantuan rainfalls across a large area, producing catastrophic flooding.
Rainfall totals thru Friday afternoon (note rain was still falling in many areas).
Storm surge heights from Hurricane Helene establish all-time records at each of these locations.
Strongest wind gusts associated with Hurricane Helene across Florida.
Staggering rainfall tallies observed from Helene—including the Atlanta metro area where more than 11” of rain has fallen since Wednesday.
Conclusion:
Hurricane Helene has brought significant rainfall and flooding to the southern Midwest region, with some areas seeing over 11 inches of rain in just a few days. The storm’s remnants have also brought gusty winds and heavy clouds to the area, leading to hazardous conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions:
* What was the peak wind gust associated with Hurricane Helene?
+ The peak wind gust was 40 mph.
* What is the rainfall total in Atlanta since Wednesday?
+ The rainfall total in Atlanta since Wednesday is over 11 inches.
* Will the flooding continue?
+ The flooding is expected to continue in some areas, especially those that received heavy rainfall.
* Can I still travel to these areas?
+ If you plan to travel to these areas, be prepared for hazardous conditions and flooding.
