A storm stretching 1,000 miles along the Eastern Seaboard will bring the western Carolinas some of their heaviest rain since the remnants of Hurricane Helene.

Flood advisories were in effect as a dozen states were at risk of severe storms, tornadoes and hail. Some areas could see 2 months' worth of rain.

Downpours spark floods in Maryland, Virginia and Pennsylvania, leaving one boy dead and forcing dozens to evacuate inundated homes and schools.

The Storm Team 11 forecast calls for a 30% chance of isolated showers tonight. A few storms could be strong to severe. The low tonight will be 59 degrees. There is a marginal risk for severe

Parts of North Carolina still recovering from Helene could see 5 inches of rain. Flash flooding concerns strecthed into Pennsylvania.

Showers and storms will redevelop Wednesday afternoon and evening. There is a Marginal Risk for severe storms (1/5).

BLUEFIELD, W.Va. (WVVA) - The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Advisory for portions of Southwest Virginia. Bland, Giles, and Wythe counties are under the advisory until 2:15 PM. Minor flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected in low-lying areas and areas with poor drainage.

Potentially excessive rainfall and thunderstorms are possible in portions of VA on May 12, including Petersburg, according to a Monday weather alert.

Rain will continue to develop and move into Virginia today with some embedded thunder possible. There is a Marginal Risk for severe storms with damaging wind gusts.

The National Weather Service has issued multiple severe thunderstorm warnings for several localities in the Central Virginia area. A severe thunderstorm warning will remain in effect until 4:15 p.m.