Despite the weakening of Tropical Storm Elsa, heavy rain, strong winds and possible flooding pose a threat for motorists in the Carolinas. AAA is providing tips to help Carolinians before and during the storm.
Elsa is expected to become a hurricane before landfall on Florida's west coast. Local impacts from Elsa will be begin late Wednesday into early Thursday.
Governor Roy Cooper and state emergency management officials are monitoring the forecast track and potential impacts from Tropical Storm Elsa and advising residents in eastern and central North Carolina to be prepared for significant rains and possible flooding.
Hurricane watches have been issued for parts of Florida ahead of Tropical Storm Elsa. Heavy rain and flash flooding a concern from Florida to the Carolinas.