April 2019 – Page 30 – Weather Preppers

NWS: Tornadoes, damaging winds, large hail possible as severe storms near Houston

Posted on April 13, 2019April 13, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

Severe storms are expected to move through the Houston-area on Saturday. >> Click through the following gallery to see Houston’s largest one-day rain totals for the past few years. Severe storms are expected to move through the Houston-area on Saturday. >> Click through the following gallery to see Houston’s largest one-day rain totals for the past few years. Photo: National Weather Service Photo: National Weather Service Image 1 of / 18 Caption Close Image 1…

After night of strong storms, severe weather risk low Saturday but increases Sunday

Posted on April 13, 2019April 13, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

By Mike Maze & Peta Sheerwood, WRAL meteorologists Raleigh, N.C. — After a line of strong storms moved through the Triangle on Friday night, Saturday is expected to be quieter, although there’s still a low risk for severe weather. There were reports Friday evening of a confirmed tornado that was seen 8 miles southwest of Fuquay-Varina. Winds were gusting over 50 mph Friday night, meteorologist Mike Maze said. Downed trees were reported in Wake and…

Caprock Chronicles: Ted Fujita, tornados, Lubbock, & Texas Tech

Posted on April 13, 2019April 13, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

Caprock Chronicles is edited each week by Jack Becker a Librarian at Texas Tech University Libraries. This week’s article is by Dr. Richard Peterson, professor emeritus, atmospheric science. He relates how Professor Ted Fujita developed the F-scale to measure the destructive power of tornadoes using information he collected after Lubbock’s 1970 tornado. Almost half a century ago, Lubbock was struck by one of the most significant tornadoes in history. But for the city, the tragedy…

FORECAST: Rain, Storms and Even Severe Weather This Weekend

Posted on April 13, 2019April 13, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

Saturday morning we wake up to some patchy fog with mild conditions, lows only dropping into the lower 60’s. Scattered showers and storms are possible through the day. An isolated strong thunderstorm is possible through the afternoon. All day Saturday will come with a chance for showers BUT it will NOT rain all day. Highs will reach the mid to the upper 70’s tomorrow accompanied by the humid feel to the air. Eventually, a…

Tow trucks busy as flash flooding leaves Durham drivers stranded

Posted on April 13, 2019April 13, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

DURHAM, N.C. (WTVD) — After the downpours finally cleared in Durham, a storm of tow trucks moved in on a part of Garrett Road near Old Chapel Hill Road to clear away all the cars that stalled out in the flash-flood waters. When the storm system dropped all that rain Friday, it quickly flooded the streets in this piece of Durham. ABC11 watched driver after driver make the regrettable decision of trying to drive their…

Severe weather threat Sunday in Charlotte

Posted on April 13, 2019April 13, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — It’s going to be a wet and stormy weekend with the chance for severe storms on Sunday. First Warn forecaster Larry Sprinkle said there is the potential for scattered thunderstorms and showers on Saturday. Chief meteorologist Brad Panovich said the real concern for severe weather still start Sunday. A line of thunderstorms will be west of Charlotte Sunday morning with an area of low pressure bringing strong winds to the Carolinas. “That…

Strong-to-severe storms possible for Central Texas

Posted on April 13, 2019April 13, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

AUSTIN, Texas (FOX 7 Austin) – A developing upper-level low pressure system will be the driving force behind showers and storms throughout Central Texas heading into the weekend. Storms will develop in West Texas late Friday night before moving towards the I-35 corridor Saturday morning. With increasing moisture and moderate instability in place, some thunderstorms that develop could become strong or severe. Any severe storms could produce large hail and damaging straight-line winds. An isolated tornado or…

Tornado touches down near Fuquay-Varina; storms leave some damage in Wake County

Posted on April 13, 2019April 13, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

By Alfred Charles, WRAL.com managing editor Raleigh, N.C. — All severe weather alerts have been allowed to expire after a line of strong storms moved through the Triangle, prompting a tornado warning during the evening hours. There were reports Friday evening of a confirmed tornado that was seen 8 miles southwest of Fuquay-Varina. WRAL meteorologist Mike Maze said winds were gusting over 50 miles per hour as the tornado warning was in effect for parts…

Worker falls to death at Hurricane Harbor Splashtown

Posted on April 13, 2019April 13, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

SPRING, Texas — A worker fell to his death at Splashtown Friday afternoon, Harris County Sheriff’s deputies said. Officials said the male worker reportedly fell from a structure. Deputies said it appears his death was accidental. Sources told KHOU 11 News construction is going on at the water park where workers are adding a new slide. The park is currently closed and scheduled to open the first weekend of May. ALSO ON KHOU.COM

Severe weather threat in Charlotte Sunday

Posted on April 13, 2019April 13, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

Durham under flash flood warning; tornado touches down near Fuquay-Varina

Posted on April 12, 2019April 12, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

By Alfred Charles, WRAL.com managing editor Raleigh, N.C. — Durham County is under a flash flood warning as severe storms move through the Triangle Friday night. WRAL meteorologist Mike Maze said the storm could bring gusty winds of up to 60 miles per hour and nickel-sized hail. There were reports Friday evening of a confirmed tornado that was seen 8 miles southwest of Fuquay-Varina. “The threat of a tornado has eased, but you can still…

Eight years later, residents recall devastating tornado swarm that pounded central NC

Posted on April 12, 2019April 12, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

By Bryan Mims, WRAL reporter Sanford, N.C. — On April 16, 2011, a record 30 tornadoes touched down in North Carolina, destroying more than 900 homes and businesses and killing two people. Sanford was one of the hardest hit areas, as the storms carved a path of destruction that was more than 55 miles long. A tornado ripped the roof off of the Lowe’s Home Improvement store in Sanford. Eight years later, the store, and…

Tornado threat has diminished but Wake now under severe weather warning

Posted on April 12, 2019April 12, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

By Alfred Charles, WRAL.com managing editor Raleigh, N.C. — Parts of Wake County are under a severe thunderstorm warning after a tornado warning issued earlier in the evening for the county was allowed to expire. WRAL meteorologist Mike Maze said the system is weakening as it moves to the north at 30 miles per hour. The severe thunderstorm warning for Wake extends until 7:45 p.m. Maze said the storm could bring gusty winds up to…

Confirmed tornado reported 8 miles SW of Fuquay-Varina

Posted on April 12, 2019April 12, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

The rain that began Friday will linger for much of the weekend and some of the storms could turn severe.

Tornado warning issued for Wake, Harnett and Chatham counties until 7 p.m.

Posted on April 12, 2019April 12, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

What to do during a tornado VIDEO: If your area is under a tornado warning, then you may only have a few minutes to get to safety. Here are the actions you should take during a tornado. By × VIDEO: If your area is under a tornado warning, then you may only have a few minutes to get to safety. Here are the actions you should take during a tornado. By RALEIGH A tornado warning…

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