Tropical Storm Isaias Heads Up Atlantic, Leaving Damage Behind

Tropical Storm Isaias Heads Up Atlantic, Leaving Damage Behind

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The video discusses a storm moving up the Atlantic, initially a Category One hurricane, downgraded to a tropical storm after hitting North Carolina. It caused wind gusts up to 99 mph and tornadoes in New Jersey, Maryland, and Virginia, leading to flash flooding and power outages for over 70,000 people. Personal accounts describe the storm's impact, including a fatal tornado in North Carolina. The National Hurricane Center warns of life-threatening urban flooding in DC and Baltimore as the storm progresses towards Maine.

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What kind of flooding is expected in DC and Baltimore?

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How many people experienced power outages in Maryland due to strong winds?

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