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Tornado watch for Wilmington area until midnight

Posted on April 19, 2019April 19, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

The Wilmington region is under a tornado watch until midnight; threat of heavy rains also in forecast SOUTHEASTERN N.C. — Severe weather was beginning to impact the area early Friday afternoon, with all of Southeastern North Carolina under a tornado watch. The tornado watch, which went into effect at 1:15, will remain until midnight, according to the National Weather Service’s Wilmington office (NWS). A tornado watch means weather conditions are favorable for a tornado and…

LIST | Severe weather watches and warnings

Posted on April 19, 2019April 19, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

Charlotte area under tornado watch as severe storms race across Carolinas

Posted on April 19, 2019April 19, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Multiple tornado warnings were issued in South Carolina Friday afternoon when powerful storms moved through the Carolinas. The remainder of the Charlotte area is under a tornado watch until 5 p.m. Tornado warnings in Chester, Union and York counties in South Carolina were canceled by 2:45 p.m. First Warn chief meteorologist Brad Panovich said the strongest threat remains damaging winds but he can’t rule out tornadoes during Friday’s event, particularly in areas…

Tornado watch for SE NC until midnight

Posted on April 19, 2019April 19, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

Stephen Colbert donates proceeds from Hurricane Florence book to disaster-relief efforts in North Carolina

Posted on April 19, 2019April 19, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

“The Late Show” host Stephen Colbert has donated proceeds from his Hurricane Florence-related book to disaster-relief efforts in North Carolina. The comedian sent a check for $412,412 to Gov. Roy Cooper. Governor Roy Cooper posted a photo of the check on Facebook Thursday with the caption: All barbecue jokes aside, a huge thank you to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert for donating a portion of the proceeds from his book to the North Carolina…

Multiple tornado warnings issued as severe storms move into Charlotte area

Posted on April 19, 2019April 19, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Multiple tornado warnings have been issued for parts of the Charlotte area in South Carolina as a large storm system moved across the Carolinas Friday. A tornado warning is in effect for Chester and Union counties in South Carolina until 2:45 p.m. A tornado warning is in effect until 3:15 p.m. for western York County. The remainder of the Charlotte area is under a tornado watch until 5 p.m. First Warn chief…

At least two drivers rescued in Hendersonville flooding

Posted on April 19, 2019April 19, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

Driver rescued from flooded car (Photo: WLOS) HENDERSONVILLE, NC (WLOS) — Friday’s relentless rain has already caused widespread problems in Henderson County, where police and rescue crews have helped people stranded in their cars. It’s likely to be a busy day for emergency workers and towing services. A Flood Advisory is in effect for Henderson County until 9:15 p.m. The driver of a van got stuck in a flooded parking lot about an hour ago. Rescuers…

The Latest: Tornado warning issued for Bladen, Moore counties

Posted on April 19, 2019April 19, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

Raleigh, N.C. — LATEST DEVELOPMENTS: Triangle under Level 4 risk for severe weather that extends until 11 p.m. Friday. Several counties are under a tornado watch, including Alamance, Chatham, Durham, Harnett, Orange, Person, and Wake. Full list of advisories: Click here Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools dismissing early today; several churches have canceled Good Friday activities. Full list of closings/cancellations: Click here Gardner says the greatest risk for severe weather, including tornadoes, starts at 3 p.m….

'The worst is moving in now:' Charlotte area under tornado watch until 5 p.m.

Posted on April 19, 2019April 19, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Easter weekend got off to a stormy start in the Charlotte area when a large storm system brought heavy rains and strong winds to the Charlotte area Friday. First Warn chief meteorologist Brad Panovich said the strongest threat remains damaging winds but he can’t rule out tornadoes during Friday’s event, particularly in areas east of I-77. The entire Charlotte area is under a tornado watch until 5 p.m. Panovich said the…

Hurricanes even playoff series with Caps

Posted on April 19, 2019April 19, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

Carolina Hurricanes Hurricanes even playoff series with Caps By April 19, 2019 01:34 PM Carolina Hurricanes forward Teuvo Teravainen discusses his game-winning goal in Game 4 against the Washington Capitals in the Stanley Cup playoffs after the Canes’ 2-1 win on April 18, 2019.

Hurricanes rookie Warren Foegele describes game-opening goal

Posted on April 19, 2019April 19, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

Carolina Hurricanes Hurricanes rookie Warren Foegele describes game-opening goal By April 19, 2019 01:15 PM Carolina Hurricanes rookie Warren Foegele talks about his game-opening goal in the first 17 seconds of Game 4, and his hot start to the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Severe weather reaches Southeastern NC

Posted on April 19, 2019April 19, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

By Adam Wagner StarNews Staff Friday Apr 19, 2019 at 1:51 PM Apr 19, 2019 at 1:51 PM The whole region will remain under a tornado watch until midnight Severe weather was beginning to impact the area early Friday afternoon, with all of Southeastern North Carolina under a tornado watch. The tornado watch, which went into effect at 1:15, will remain until midnight, according to the National Weather Service’s Wilmington office (NWS). According to a NWS forecast, a strong cold front is likely to bring…

Durham Rescue Mission Easter feast canceled due to severe weather

Posted on April 19, 2019April 19, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

DURHAM, N.C. (WTVD) — The Durham Rescue Mission was planning on cooking up 700 pounds of BBQ for Friday’s big Easter feast. However, the feast has been canceled due to severe weather. The Durham Rescue Mission made the decision to cancel the Annual Easter Community Dinner and Easter Basket Give-away due to the increased severe weather potential currently entering the area. In the 45 year history of the Rescue Mission, this is the first time…

Hurricane Michael gets an upgrade to rare Category 5 status

Posted on April 19, 2019April 19, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

MIAMI — Hurricane Michael, which devastated the Florida Panhandle last fall, was actually stronger than initially measured, prompting forecasters to posthumously upgrade it from a Category 4 storm to a Category 5, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced Friday. The upgraded status means Michael was the first hurricane to make landfall in the United States as a Category 5 since Hurricane Andrew in 1992, and only the fourth on record. National Hurricane Center scientists…

The Latest: Tornado warnings expire for Vance, Warren, Granville and Franklin counties

Posted on April 19, 2019April 19, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

The U.S. Storm Prediction Center upgraded the Triangle’s threat for severe weather on Friday to a level 4 of 5, which means the area is at a major risk for severe thunderstorms, particularly in the evening. Residents should prepare for tornadoes and wind damage.

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