Before we bid Hurricane Debby adieu, we still have remains to deal with … but the situation is improving…
Today’s forecast … Tropical storm conditions continue … Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm early today (before 7 a.m.) that could extend to 8 a.m., then showers are likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 8 a.m. Mostly cloudy with a high near 88 … Chance of rain … 80%.
Tonight … A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2 a.m. with a low around 74 … Chance of rain is 40% … Saturday, a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2 p.m. Mostly sunny with a high near 91 … 40% chance of precipitation…
Looking ahead to Sunday (Church Day), a chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 2 p.m. Partly sunny with a high near 88 … Chance of precipitation is 50%…
Our extended forecast has rain included … but mostly in the 30% range thru midweek next week.
Hopefully, folks in the Bladenboro area will see much improved weather related conditions in the coming hours … as well as other locations that had more issues to deal with.
Surface water will soon disappear … Cape Fear River likely out of banks for a few days … Be aware of flooding in low areas … downed trees and other weather related possibilities…
Average rainfall for the current year must be back to average or above after a mostly dry summer.
‘Bout ready to settle down and a return to normal … Call ahead if unclear of what is open and what is closed…
Paris Olympics games continue … closing ceremonies set for Sunday, August 11th…
Anyone disagree … Scottie Scheffler is the best golfer on the planet at this time … won over $28 million this year, has an Olympic Gold Medal, has a new son and is only 28 years old.
A sad golfing note … Golf legend Chi Chi Rodriguez died at the age of 88…
Hopefully, a return soon to more normal surroundings … And thru it all … some families are dealing with sickness, death, serious issues … Remember them in your thoughts and prayers…
“In most things success depends on knowing how long it takes to succeed.”
“That’s the very reason they put rubbers on the end of pencils … because people make mistakes.” Phoebe Walter-Bridge
“For fast-acting relief, try slowing down.” Jane Wagner
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