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- New legislative panels will investigate “facts and circumstances” of deadly Central Texas floods
The Latest: Tornado warnings expire for Vance, Warren, Granville and Franklin counties
The U.S. Storm Prediction Center upgraded the Triangle’s threat for severe weather on Friday to a level 4 of 5, which means the area is at a major risk for severe thunderstorms, particularly in the evening. Residents should prepare for tornadoes and wind damage.