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Wildfire risk returns to the "extreme" category for portions of Central Texas Monday

Posted on March 17, 2025March 17, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

We may not be out of the woods yet when it comes to fire danger, as very high fire danger persists midweek. AUSTIN, Texas — While we continue to track the Crabapple fire in Gillespie County, which has burned over 8,600 acres, we’re expecting fire weather conditions to improve for Sunday. But fire risk will ramp up again as we head into next week. Here’s a day-by-day look at what we’ve got going on. Sunday,…

Severe weather moves east after tornadoes, winds and wildfires killed at least 39 people

Posted on March 17, 2025March 17, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

6 minutes ago A storm damaged building is seen along Blackburn Lane, Thursday, May 9, 2024, in Columbia, Tenn. Severe storms tore through the central and southeast U.S., Wednesday, spawning damaging tornadoes, producing massive hail, and killing two people in Tennessee. (AP Photo/George Walker IV) AP—A dynamic storm that prompted foreboding predictions of dangerous weekend weather spawned tornadoes, dust storms and wildfires that killed at least 39 people and destroyed hundreds of homes and businesses. The…

NWS confirms Pender County tornado touchdown from Sunday evening storms

Posted on March 17, 2025March 17, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

1 minute ago WWAY’s debris tracker showed the Pender County tornado Sunday evening (Photo: WWAY) PENDER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — A tornado touched down in Pender County Sunday night. The National Weather Service confirmed the tornado Monday morning during a storm survey. Crews say damage was found along Herrings Chapel Road. They’re still in the process of determining the tornado’s track and intensity. We’ll provide an update on that information when it’s made available.

Crabapple wildfire near Fredericksburg increases to 9,500 acres, now only 55% contained

Posted on March 17, 2025March 17, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Fire crews in Gillespie County and Texas A&M Forest Service are continuing to battle the large blaze that began Saturday at around 1 p.m. FREDERICKSBURG, Texas — Fire officials in Gillespie County, along with the Texas A&M Forest Service, are continuing to battle a massive fire near Fredericksburg, Texas, according to authorities. The wildfire now covers an estimated 9,500 acres and is only about 55% contained. The fire has now been burning for about 33…

EF-1 tornado leaves trail of damage in South Carolina and beyond

Posted on March 17, 2025March 17, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Survey teams confirmed an EF-1 tornado with 90 mph winds formed over Lake Murray, causing damage near Chapin before dissipating after about 6 miles. LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. — Survey teams have confirmed that a tornado formed over Lake Murray on Sunday as a violent storm system that caused deaths and damage across the United States made its way through South Carolina. The National Weather Service confirmed an EF-1 tornado with winds estimated at 90 mph…

Severe storms, flooding make mess for drivers on the road Sunday

Posted on March 16, 2025March 16, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Intense rain, wind and storms made for a mess on the roads on Sunday during a WRAL Weather Alert Day. Flooded roads caused travel headaches for drivers in Wake County, as several areas of ponding water were spotted on Capital Boulevard near Old Louisburg Road. Much of the standing water was a result of intense rain during a flash flood warning in Wake County. The wet roads also made problems for drivers around the Triangle….

‘The safety and well-being of Texans is our No. 1 priority’ | Gov. Abbott announces federal aid for resources to fight Texas wildfires

Posted on March 16, 2025March 17, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Right now, the Crabapple Wildfire near Fredericksburg covers an estimated 9,500 acres and is only about 40% contained, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service. TEXAS, USA — Texas Governor Greg Abbott said in a statement Sunday that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approved the state’s request for federal grant assistance to fight the massive wildfires in Gillespie and Gray County. Right now, the Crabapple wildfire near Fredericksburg covers an estimated 9,500 acres and…

‘The safety and well-being of Texans is our No.1 priority’ | Gov. Abbott announces federal aid for resources to fight Texas wildfires

Posted on March 16, 2025March 16, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Crabapple wildfire near Fredericksburg increases to 9,500 acres, still only 40% contained

Posted on March 16, 2025March 16, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Fire crews in Gillespie County and Texas A&M Forest Service are continuing to battle the large blaze that began Saturday at around 1 p.m. FREDERICKSBURG, Texas — Fire officials in Gillespie County, along with the Texas A&M Forest Service, are continuing to battle a massive fire near Fredericksburg, Texas, according to authorities. The wildfire now covers an estimated 9,500 acres and is only about 40% contained. Texas A&M Forest Service is working in unified command…

Fire crews continue to battle 9,500-acre wildfire near Fredericksburg

Posted on March 16, 2025March 16, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

The Crabapple fire started at around 1 p.m. Saturday. AUSTIN, Texas — Fire crews in Gillespie County along with the Texas A&M Forest Service are battling a 9,500-acre wildfire north of Fredericksburg that sparked on Saturday afternoon. According to Gillespie County officials, the fire – named the Crabapple fire – started in the 8700 block of Lower Crabapple Road at around 1 p.m. By 4:20 p.m. Saturday, the fire had jumped across North State Highway…

Power outages: Widespread impacts in NC mountains after severe weather outbreak

Posted on March 16, 2025March 16, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Strong storms caused tens of thousands of power outages in North Carolina, toppling trees and power lines. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Tens of thousands of power outages were reported across North Carolina and South Carolina as a line of strong-to-severe storms pushed toward the Charlotte area early Sunday. As of 11:05 a.m. Sunday, at least 44,000 outages were reported in North Carolina. That number was down from over 52,000 earlier in the day. The vast majority…

Crabapple wildfire near Fredericksburg increases to 9,500 acres, still only 40% contained

Posted on March 16, 2025March 16, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Fire crews in Gillespie County and Texas A&M Forest Service are continuing to battle the large blaze that began Saturday at around 1 p.m. FREDERICKSBURG, Texas — Fire officials in Gillespie County, along with the Texas A&M Forest Service, are continuing to battle a massive 8,640-acre fire near Fredericksburg, Texas, according to authorities. It is now about 40% contained. Texas A&M Forest Service is working in unified command with local departments to battle the blaze….

Weather Impact Alert: Tornado warning issued for Stanly County

Posted on March 16, 2025March 16, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

A tornado watch is in effect for Anson, Chesterfield, Stanly and Richmond counties in the Charlotte area until 2 p.. Sunday. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The WCNC Weather Impact Team is tracking a severe weather system pushing into the Charlotte area early Sunday morning with the threat of heavy rain, damaging winds and isolated tornadoes. A tornado warning is in effect for Stanly County until 10 a.m. Chief meteorologist Brad Panovich said the storm is traveling…

Crews battling 8,640-acre Crabapple wildfire near Fredericksburg, now 40% contained

Posted on March 16, 2025March 16, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Fire crews in Gillespie County and Texas A&M Forest Service are continuing to battle the large blaze that began Saturday at around 1 p.m. FREDERICKSBURG, Texas — Fire officials in Gillespie County along with the Texas A&M Forest Service are continuing to battle a massive 8,640-acre fire near Fredericksburg, Texas, according to authorities. It is now about 40% contained. Texas A&M Forest Service is working in unified command with local departments to battle the blaze….

Heavy rain in Charlotte, tornado risk east of I-77

Posted on March 16, 2025March 16, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

A tornado watch is in effect for Anson, Chesterfield, Stanly and Richmond counties in the Charlotte area until 2 p.. Sunday. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The WCNC Weather Impact Team is tracking a severe weather system pushing into the Charlotte area early Sunday morning with the threat of heavy rain, damaging winds and isolated tornadoes. As of 8:15 a.m., a second wave of storms was forming in the North Carolina mountains and foothills along Interstate 40….

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