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Weather Impact Alert: Dangerous Heat Today then Flooding Concerns
Charlotte will see high temperatures near 98 with a heat index making it feel close to 105 degrees.
Heat index values will flirt with the low 100s across the Charlotte area, with forecast highs in the upper 90s most of the week.
Additional Weather Alerts have been issued for Wednesday – Friday for rounds of heavy rain and storms.
Make sure to have multiple ways to get flood alerts.
When
Each afternoon – night from Wednesday to Friday, there will be rounds of heavy rain.
Impacts
Heavy rain could produce isolated amounts of 1-3+ inches. There will be an isolated severe storm risk that could produce 60 mph winds.
Flash flooding will be the highest concern.
Need to stay safe
Keep up to date with the forecast especially if you live in a flood-prone area. Have multiple ways to receive flood alerts.
Stay updated with the temperatures and its impacts by downloading the WCNC Charlotte mobile app and stream any weather changes on WCNC+.