Record rains turned streets into rivers in Globe, Arizona, where at least three people perished amid sudden flooding. Two victims were discovered in a vehicle; a third was found elsewhere, as rescue teams searched through the night. Officials warned residents to avoid the downtown core, where waterlogged structures and swept‑away propane tanks pose danger. Meanwhile, on the Atlantic coast, states like South Carolina and North Carolina are bracing for the arrival of a potential hurricane. Tropical Depression Nine is gathering strength near the Bahamas, prompting emergency orders and urgent preparations.
In South Carolina, Governor Henry McMaster has asked citizens to track developments closely, while North Carolina’s governor has declared a state of emergency ahead of the storm’s expected landfall. Forecasters caution that the path is uncertain past storms have surprised. As the Southeast readies for what may hit next week, the East Coast watches nervously, and the West reels from unexpected flash flooding. The nation is reminded that no region is immune climate extremes are crossing traditional boundaries, demanding vigilance from coast to desert.
