May 2022 – Page 2 – Weather Preppers

Wake County homes left damaged after Friday's severe weather

Posted on May 28, 2022May 28, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

GARNER, N.C. (WTVD) — For the Quintanilla family, they stayed dry when storms rolled through central NC, but their home in Wake County was a messy sight. Heavy rain and severe storms moved through the area Friday, damage many homes just like the Quintanilla’s. “We came and see this, but nobody was in home when it happened.,.” Vivian Quintanilla said. A tree fell through the family’s home damaging the bathroom and bedroom. “it’s like, nervous,”…

EF-1 tornado confirmed in Yadkin County

Posted on May 28, 2022May 28, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

By WXII12.com Web Staff Hamptonville, N.C. — An EF-1 tornado was confirmed by the National Weather Service in Thursday’s severe storms. A National Weather Service survey team inspected storm damage near Buck Shoals in Yadkin County. The damage was determined to be caused by a tornado of EF-1 intensity. This tornado had wind gusts estimated to be 95 mph. It was estimated that the tornado track was 1.5 miles long, with the maximum width being…

EF-2 tornado confirmed in Iredell County on Thursday

Posted on May 27, 2022May 27, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

The NWS confirmed an EF2 tornado with 115 mph winds touched down in Iredell County Thursday night. An EF-0 tornado was confirmed in Cleveland County. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — National Weather Service crews confirmed an EF2 tornado with 115 mph winds touched down in Iredell County, North Carolina, Thursday night. Multiple tornado warnings were issued in the Charlotte area during an outbreak of severe weather Thursday. A viewer sent video to Chief Meteorologist Brad Panovich appearing…

EF2 tornado confirmed in Iredell County on Thursday

Posted on May 27, 2022May 27, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Iredell-Statesville Schools announced it would be operating on a one-hour delay Friday morning to allow crews to get out and assess the damage from the storm. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A Tornado Watch has been issued until 2 p.m. Friday for parts of North Carolinas into Virginia. Out Brad Panovich said conditions are favorable for tornadoes along and ahead of this line of storms. Clean-up continued Friday after severe storms moved through the Carolinas Thursday night,…

In his own words, KVUE photojournalist recalls 1997 Jarrell tornado and how it affected him

Posted on May 27, 2022May 27, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Veteran photojournalist Scott Guest captured some of the first images of the deadly 1997 tornado. JARRELL, Texas — Veteran photojournalist Scott Guest has been an award-winning videographer for KVUE News for 28 years. He captured some of the first images of the devastating tornado that struck Jarrell, Texas, on May 27, 1997. The following is a firsthand account taken from a recent video interview with Guest, some of which has been edited for clarity. “I was…

KVUE remembers the 1997 Jarrell tornado

Posted on May 27, 2022May 27, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

JARRELL, Texas — On May 27, 1997, a massive F-5 tornado struck the rural town of Jarrell, Texas, killing 27 people. The storm showed no mercy, claiming the lives of men, women, children and livestock. In the wake of the storm, residents were left with having to pick up the pieces, saying their final farewells to friends and neighbors all while the world was watching. Now, 25 years later, KVUE is honoring those who lost…

Hurricanes win Game 5, push Rangers to brink of elimination

Posted on May 27, 2022May 27, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

May 27, 2022 RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Vincent Trocheck buried a short-handed goal, Teuvo Teravainen had a rare power-play score for Carolina and the Hurricanes beat the New York Rangers 3-1 on Thursday night to take a 3-2 lead in the second-round playoff series. Andrei Svechnikov also scored, beating Igor Shesterkin with a backhander on a breakaway midway through the third period as the Hurricanes protected their Game 5 lead to improve to 7-0 at…

Former KVUE reporters remember covering the 1997 Jarrell tornado

Posted on May 27, 2022May 27, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Judy Maggio and Carolyn Mungo reflected on their time covering the devastating F-5 tornado that killed 27 people. JARRELL, Texas — So many people across Central Texas remember where they were when the F-5 tornado hit Jarrell, Texas, 25 years ago. We checked in with some former KVUE reporters who were on the ground right after the tornado struck. If you watched KVUE News during the ’80s and ’90s, you might recognize Judy Maggio. But…

Tornado Watch issued for parts of North Carolina Friday morning

Posted on May 27, 2022May 27, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Flooding, hail and high winds possible heading into Memorial Day weekend

Posted on May 27, 2022May 27, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) — A severe weather risk on Friday could bring isolated tornadoes, hail, high winds and flooding to areas of the Triangle. You can expect to see scattered showers and some thunderstorm activity Friday morning. The main brunt of the system will arrive toward noon with flooding downpours being the biggest risk we face. However, a damaging wind risk is possible as well, and even a tornado is not out of the question…

Flood risk continues after tornado warnings end across Charlotte area

Posted on May 27, 2022May 27, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Iredell-Statesville Schools announced it would be operating on a one-hour delay Friday morning to allow crews to get out and assess the damage from the storm. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Clean-up continues after severe storms moved through the Carolinas Thursday night, with another threat for severe weather Monday morning. Iredell County Fire Services and Emergency Management confirmed four homes, one church and a fellowship hall were damaged Thursday night. One person sustained a minor injury. Iredell-Statesville…

State of Emergency declared for 'life-threatening' flash flooding in Haywood County

Posted on May 27, 2022May 27, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

By WLOS staff Canton, N.C. — A State of Emergency has been declared for Haywood County following busy day of heavy rains and flash flooding. A Flash Flood Warning for Henderson, Jackson, Transylvania, Macon and part of Haywood counties is extended until 11 p.m. A Flood Warning is in effect until 8 a.m. Friday, May 27. Additional bands of heavy and widespread rains are expected. It is anticipated that this additional rain will cause more…

Tornado warnings ended across the Charlotte area

Posted on May 26, 2022May 27, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

The last warning ended at 8:45 p.m. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — All Charlotte-area counties are no longer under tornado warnings as of 8:45 p.m. Iredell County’s warning issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) expired at that time, the last of a handful of counties that faced warnings.. A previous warning for Catawba County was canceled at 7:48 p.m. A warning for Alexander County was canceled just before 8:20 p.m. Residents in these areas were urged…

Tornado warning active for Iredell County through 8:45 p.m.

Posted on May 26, 2022May 27, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Parts of two counties are under a tornado warning through 8 p.m. Thursday. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Three Charlotte-area counties are under a tornado warning Thursday evening. Alexander County and Iredell County are both under a warning issued by the National Weather Service (NWS). Both warnings are set to expire by 8:45 p.m. A previous warning for Catawba County was canceled at 7:48 p.m. Residents in these areas are urged to seek shelter now. Ensure you…

Support floods Uvalde in wake of elementary school massacre

Posted on May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

As the Uvalde community comes to terms with the tragedy that took place there this week, people are showing up from all over to offer support. UVALDE, Texas — As Uvalde, Texas comes to terms with the tragedy that took place there this week, many people are showing up to offer support. RELATED: ‘You’re never prepared’ | Uvalde County Coroner ID’d friend among massacre victims The front page of Thursday’s local newspaper painted a very…

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