Tropical Storm Shawn Tall Update: July 7, 2025

Post-Tropical Storm Shawn Tall

• 🌀 Tropical Storm Shawn Tall made landfall in South Carolina with top winds of 50 mph.
• 🌊 The primary impacts were heavy surf along the coastline and significant heavy rain.
• 📉 Shawn Tall is now classified as post-tropical with winds reduced to 30 mph and is moving northeast.

Rainfall and Flooding Impacts

• 🌧️ The storm produced substantial rainfall, with totals reaching up to 11 inches in some areas, particularly across North Carolina.
• ⚠️ This heavy rainfall led to considerable flooding, especially on the right-hand side of the storm's path.

Tropical Outlook

• ☀️ With Shawn Tall moving away, the tropics are currently quiet as we are solidly into July.
• 🏜️ A significant factor influencing tropical development is the presence of Saharan dust moving through the Caribbean and expected to push into the Gulf.
• 💨 Another push of Saharan dust is anticipated in the second half of the week, further suppressing tropical activity.
• 📊 All areas, including the Gulf, western Atlantic, and Caribbean, remain quiet for now.