As Hurricane Isaias nears landfall along the Gulf Coast, the Carolina Weather Group delivers a full breakdown of expected impacts across North and South Carolina.

In this special report, James Brierton analyzes the timeline, track, and severe risks facing our region this weekend:

• Severe Weather & Tornado Threat: Breakdown of the SPC risk zones across SC and GA (including Savannah, Charleston, Columbia, and Augusta) starting Friday night through Saturday.

• Rainfall & Flood Outlook: Rainfall expectations ranging from localized heavy downpours (up to 6+ inches) along coastal and mountain areas to surprisingly dry gaps in central region zones.

• Coastal Inundation: Tidal flooding, beach erosion, and storm surge risks from Wilmington down to Charleston and Fort Pulaski.

• Mountain Wind Warnings: High wind warnings for Western NC with gusts expected up to 50–60 mph.

• Safety & Preparedness: Key advice on charging devices, setting up weather alert systems, and staying weather aware overnight.

📡 Stay Ahead of the Storm: Tune into our 24/7 stream, the Carolina Weather Net, on the Carolina Weather Group YouTube channel for live radar, skycams, real-time warnings, and updated track information all weekend long.

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