Severe storms Monday night could bring strong winds, hail and isolated tornadoes to NC

Severe storms Monday night could bring strong winds, hail and isolated tornadoes to NC

By Elizabeth Gardner, WRAL meteorologist Raleigh, N.C. — While Monday will be mostly clear and quiet, a chance for severe weather will arrive later in the day. According to WRAL meteorologist Elizabeth Gardner, scattered storms could start to pop up as early as 4 or 5 p.m., but the first half of the day will be dry and cloudy. “Most likely [the storms will arrive] around dinnertime,” said Gardner. “The bulk of this will really…

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Severe storms sweep through south, prompting tornado warning

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. Severe storms were moving across parts of the south, prompting a tornado warning in northern Alabama. Forecasters Monday morning said a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was about 9 miles (14 kilometers) south of Scottsboro and moving to the northeast. Schools in DeKalb County, Alabama, and Northeast Alabama Community College delayed the start of classes Monday due to the threat of severe weather. The national Storm Prediction Center says 26 million…

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News 2 Know: Pasadena recovering after tornado, Solange out of Coachella and more

News 2 Know: Pasadena recovering after tornado, Solange out of Coachella and more

Good monday Morning! It’s a news week, and though people in some hard-hit areas are still recovering, the sun is here to stay for the next few days. Today is National Empanada Day, so find your favorite place and enjoy a few (or several) of these goodness-filled pastries. Today’s Weather The rain is out of the picture for the week after Sunday’s severe storms. Meteorologist Britta Merwin has a look at the forecast. Don’t forget! You can…

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South Houston High School closed as power outage persists following tornado

South Houston High School closed as power outage persists following tornado

South Houston High School is closed Monday because of a power outage in the area from late night storms. South Houston High School is closed Monday because of a power outage in the area from late night storms. Photo: Google Maps Photo: Google Maps Image 1 of / 1 Caption Close Image 1 of 1 South Houston High School is closed Monday because of a power outage in the area from late night storms. South…

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Severe storms headed to Carolinas in afternoon, with possible damaging winds, hail

Severe storms headed to Carolinas in afternoon, with possible damaging winds, hail

Severe weather possible across the Carolinas Check out the ABC11 weather forecast to keep up-to-date on possible severe weather across the Carolinas Monday, April 8, 2019, By × Check out the ABC11 weather forecast to keep up-to-date on possible severe weather across the Carolinas Monday, April 8, 2019, By Upstate South Carolina and much of North Carolina are expected to see hazardous weather Monday afternoon, as severe thunderstorms roll in from the west with a…

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Severe storms expected in Carolinas today, bringing threat of damaging winds and hail

Severe storms expected in Carolinas today, bringing threat of damaging winds and hail

Know your thunderstorm types Ever heard of the term ‘supercell’ but didn’t know what it was? Learn about these powerful storms responsible for most tornadoes in the United States and other thunderstorms in this video from NWS. By × Ever heard of the term ‘supercell’ but didn’t know what it was? Learn about these powerful storms responsible for most tornadoes in the United States and other thunderstorms in this video from NWS. By Upstate South…

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Isolated tornado possible in central North Carolina as thunderstorms push in late Monday

Isolated tornado possible in central North Carolina as thunderstorms push in late Monday

RALEIGH (WTVD) — ABC11 is in First Alert Mode as all of central North Carolina is under a severe weather risk Monday as rain, high winds, thunderstorms, and an isolated tornado are possible later in the day. ABC11 meteorologist Steve Stewart said the storms won’t be an issue until the later afternoon/evening. He said the chance of a thunderstorm is possible in the afternoon but will most likely occur in the evening. The evening commute…

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More money heading to NC fishermen harmed by Florence

More money heading to NC fishermen harmed by Florence

MOREHEAD CITY, N.C. More money is heading to North Carolina commercial fishermen whose landings were harmed by Hurricane Florence. The state Division of Marine Fisheries is sending out 1,000 checks totaling $7.2 million to compensate fishermen whose harvests fell in October and November due to the storm’s aftermath. Another 680 checks valued at $3.2 million already were distributed for September harvest reductions. The compensation comes from a state hurricane relief package approved by lawmakers and…

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Assistance available following Kentucky storms, flooding

Assistance available following Kentucky storms, flooding

PAINTSVILLE, Ky. Low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration are available for Kentucky businesses and residents affected by storms this year. The loans are for those affected by severe storms and flooding from Feb. 6 through March 10. The area covered includes Johnson and Magoffin counties and the adjacent counties of Breathitt, Floyd, Knott, Lawrence, Martin, Morgan and Wolfe. Disaster loan outreach centers will be open through 4 p.m. Friday. Hours of operation…

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Tornado damages building, power poles in Pasadena

Tornado damages building, power poles in Pasadena

PASADENA, Texas – The National Weather Service confirmed that an EF 1 tornado touched down Sunday evening in Pasadena.  Several blocks remained without power after the tornado tore down rows of power lines near the intersection of Fairmont Parkway and Shavers Street. “It turned dark, the wind picked up and you could say, it all broke loose right here,” said David Sunday who was near the storm. He and his wife were on their way…

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Pasadena tornado: NWS confirms EF-1 touched down Sunday

Pasadena tornado: NWS confirms EF-1 touched down Sunday

HOUSTON — The National Weather Service confirms that some of the damage from Sunday’s storms was caused by a tornado. The EF-1 tornado touched down in Pasadena.  EF-1 is the second-weakest tornado, according to the enhanced Fujita Scale. It’s got winds between 86 and 110 miles per hour. It was part of a line of severe storms that moved through the Houston area bringing with it strong wind and heavy rain.  We’ve seen plenty of…

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San Gabriel churches clean up after storm

San Gabriel churches clean up after storm

SAN GABRIEL, Texas (FOX 7 Austin) – Community members of the San Gabriel Christian Church cleaned up the damage left behind by Saturday’s severe thunderstorms. Storm spotters and residents report a tornado touched down in the area tearing through the town. Preacher Billy Bob Cox helped carry out pieces of wet carpet to the front steps of the church.  “Nobody was killed, lots of property damage,” Cox said. “We can replace property, we surely can’t replace members…

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Violent weather leaves behind damage in Pasadena

Violent weather leaves behind damage in Pasadena

PASADENA, Texas – Parts of our viewing area experienced substantial damage during the severe weather warnings earlier Sunday afternoon, including Pasadena. The intersection at Fairmont Parkway and Shaver in Pasadena was blocked off by police to keep cars and people safely away from fallen power lines, trees and massive branches that are now lying horizontally on the street. Earlier Sunday, there was a tornado warning in effect in the area until 1 p.m. That was In…

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