Author: WeatherPreppers

Malek Moore was a suspect in two killings, including the death of a Hurricane Ida evacuee near an art studio in Charlotte’s NoDa neighborhood. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The man accused of killing a Hurricane Ida evacuee at an art studio in Charlotte’s NoDa neighborhood was found dead in a North Carolina prison, state corrections officials said.  Malek Moore was found unresponsive in his cell around 4:30 Thursday morning. First responders were called to the prison…

The late December heatwave is providing favorable conditions for strong thunderstorms in the Charlotte area over the next few days. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The late December heatwave will help fuel the risk for some scattered strong to severe storms over the next four days.  While the risk is low as of now, it’s a good idea to stay weather aware over the next few days. Here’s a breakdown of what, when, and where to expect…

Stay weather aware the next few days. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The late December heatwave will help fuel the risk for some scattered strong to severe storms over the next four days. While the risk is low for now, it’s a good idea to stay weather aware over the next few days. Here’s a breakdown of what, when, and where to expect some strong storms in the next few days.  🌩️ If you like weather, join…

Stay weather aware the next few days. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The late December heatwave will help fuel the risk for some scattered strong to severe storms over the next four days. While the risk is low for now, it’s a good idea to stay weather aware over the next few days. Here’s a breakdown of what, when, and where to expect some strong storms in the next few days. Timing: There will actually be two…

The fire is burning in the Wilson Creek watershed on the US Forest Service Grandfather Ranger District in Avery County, NC. LINVILLE, N.C. — A fire first reported on Christmas Eve that burned on the slopes of Grandfather Mountain in Avery County has grown to 700 acres, the United States Forest Service said Tuesday. As firefighters work to build a perimeter within the protected area, the fire is expected to slowly grow in size. Some…

Photos show smoke rising from Pisgah National Forest on the Linville side of Grandfather Mountain. LINVILLE, N.C. — A brush fire that burned on the slopes of Grandfather Mountain in Avery County has expanded, the Linville Fire Department said. According to the US Forest Service, the fire is estimated at 350 acres and 10% contained, and several trails have been closed. Trail closures are in place as firefighters respond to the Lost Cove Fire burning…

Photos show smoke rising from Pisgah National Forest on the Linville side of Grandfather Mountain. LINVILLE, N.C. — A brushfire is burning on the slopes of Grandfather Mountain in Avery County. A photo submitted by WCNC Charlotte viewer Kyle Kitchin to the WCNC Charlotte app showed the fire burning in the Harpers Creek Wilderness Area from his perspective atop Grandfather Mountain. For the latest breaking news, weather and traffic alerts, download the WCNC Charlotte mobile…