Parts of Chapel Hill return to business. Others remain in limbo after Chantal Posted Jul 14, 2025 Remnants of Tropical Storm Chantal left many stores and restaurants in Chapel Hill submerged in 5 feet of water. Eastgate Crossing and Mariakakis Plaza were the hardest hit, suffering a total loss. Chapel Hill Mayor Jessica Anderson toured the damage Monday and checked in with business owners midweek to learn more, she said. (MSN.com)