Afternoon storms bring heavy rainfall to Triangle; Level 2 Severe Weather risk tomorrow

Afternoon storms bring heavy rainfall to Triangle; Level 2 Severe Weather risk tomorrow

Saturday, July 8, 2023 10:09PM RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) — Saturday brought hot and humid weather with temperatures reaching close to 90 degrees in some areas. Storms with locally heavy rain and frequent lightning are beginning to move across the Triangle throughout the afternoon. Later this evening the storm threat will decrease. Another round of storms is expected Sunday with a Level 2 risk for severe weather for the entire viewing area. Good upper-level energy combined…

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Saturday Thunderstorm in Mecklenburg County results in threat of flooding, damaging wind and power outages

Saturday Thunderstorm in Mecklenburg County results in threat of flooding, damaging wind and power outages

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A severe thunderstorm over Charlotte Saturday caused a threat of damaging wind and localized flooding. The storm, which formed quickly around the 1 p.m. hour, prompted the National Weather Service to issue both a severe thunderstorm warning and a flash flood warning. Radar estimates show the show was capable of winds around 60 mph and quarter-size hail.  The same radar estimates showed the storm produced nearly two inches of rain in an hour. …

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Woman whose remains were found in barbecue pit was reported missing just before Hurricane Harvey

Woman whose remains were found in barbecue pit was reported missing just before Hurricane Harvey

We’ve learned the Harris County Medical Examiner’s Office has identified the remains as 24-year-old Miranda Rodriguez. HOUSTON — Nearly a year after a disturbing discovery inside a custom backyard barbecue pit, we now have some answers.  Charred skeletal remains were discovered by a person claiming to be working around the Peach Creek Drive home in southeast Houston last July. We’ve learned the Harris County Medical Examiner’s Office has identified the remains as 24-year-old Miranda Marie Rodriguez.  Rodriguez…

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Nature Conservancy gives tour of Green Swamp Preserve after wildfire

Nature Conservancy gives tour of Green Swamp Preserve after wildfire

The Nature Conservancy showed parts of the preserve that wasn’t as damaged by the fire 7 minutes ago SUPPLY, NC (WWAY) — It’s been three weeks since the Green Swamp fire began and quickly grew out of control. For the first time since then, WWAY and other members of the media got an inside look at some of the areas that burned. The Nature Conservancy showed parts of the preserve that wasn’t as damaged by…

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Colorado State hurricane experts now predict 'above-average' season

Colorado State hurricane experts now predict 'above-average' season

FLORIDA, USA — After the entire planet unofficially experienced the hottest day in recorded human history, hurricane experts are updating their predictions for the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season.  Now, we’re looking at an “above-normal” season, according to researchers with Colorado State University. That’s because sea surface temperatures are also at record-high warmth.  “We have increased our forecast and now call for an above-average Atlantic basin hurricane season in 2023, although uncertainty with this outlook is…

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Addicks and Barker residents have two months left to sue the federal government over Harvey floods

Addicks and Barker residents have two months left to sue the federal government over Harvey floods

The statute of limitations on suing the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for illegally taking homeowners’ property rights during the storm is six years. That deadline is August 28 and less than half have chosen to sue. By Andrew Schneider, Houston Public MediaJuly 6, 2023 10:30 amEnergy & Environment, Houston Public Media, Texas Newsroom

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Sweltering heat, severe weather risk for Independence Day

Sweltering heat, severe weather risk for Independence Day

Tuesday, July 4, 2023 9:32PM RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) — Sweltering heat and a chance for severe storms marked Independence Day in 2023. Temps reached into the mid 90s with feels-like temps up to 105 degrees. A level 1 risk of isolated severe storms exists for the afternoon and evening. Damaging winds will be the main top threat. Today marked five straight days with a high above 90 degrees for RDU. We’ve recorded highs of 89+…

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Severe weather risk, heat advisory remain for July 4

Severe weather risk, heat advisory remain for July 4

Tuesday, July 4, 2023 11:33AM RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) — There is a level 1 risk of isolated severe storms this afternoon and evening. Damaging winds will be the main top threat. If you’re headed to Dix Park, temps will be in the low 90s at 5 p.m. when the event starts and it will still feel like 90 at 9 p.m. before the fireworks start. There will be an isolated shower/storm chance. There is an…

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