Tornado warning issued for Burke, Caldwell, McDowell counties

Tornado warning issued for Burke, Caldwell, McDowell counties

Chief Meteorologist Brad Panovich is tracking the latest developments. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A tornado watch is in effect until midnight for areas west of Charlotte, including the foothills. This means conditions are favorable for a few more severe storms until the front gets through the area.  RELATED: Weather IQ: Understanding watches and warnings Tornado warnings were activated for Burke, McDowell and Caldwell counties late into the evening Wednesday night, prompting the WCNC Charlotte weather team…

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Tornado watch in effect until midnight for areas west of Charlotte

Tornado watch in effect until midnight for areas west of Charlotte

Chief Meteorologist Brad Panovich is tracking the latest developments. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A tornado watch is in effect until midnight for areas west of Charlotte, including the foothills. This means conditions are favorable for a few more severe storms until the front gets through the area.  RELATED: Weather IQ: Understanding watches and warnings Tornado warnings were activated for Burke, McDowell and Caldwell counties late into the evening Wednesday night, prompting the WCNC Charlotte weather team…

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Tracking tornado warnings, severe weather in the Carolinas

Tracking tornado warnings, severe weather in the Carolinas

Chief Meteorologist Brad Panovich is tracking the latest developments. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Tornado warnings were activated for Burke and Caldwell counties late into the evening Wednesday night, prompting the WCNC Charlotte weather team to advise residents to seek shelter.  Strong storms were possible Wednesday evening in Charlotte and across the Carolinas — and these storms were potentially strong enough to produce damaging wind and tornadoes. Panovich is tracking the line of storms associated with a…

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Tornado warnings for Caldwell, Burke counties active through 8:30 p.m.

Tornado warnings for Caldwell, Burke counties active through 8:30 p.m.

Those in the area need to seek shelter. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Tornado warnings were activated for Burke and Caldwell counties late into the evening Wednesday night, prompting the WCNC Charlotte weather team to advise residents to seek shelter. Strong storms were possible Wednesday evening in Charlotte and across the Carolinas — and these storms were potentially strong enough to produce damaging wind and tornadoes. WCNC Charlotte Chief Meteorologist Brad Panovich said the main threat for…

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Here's why the South gets more killer tornadoes at night

Here's why the South gets more killer tornadoes at night

A deadly tornado in New Orleans has highlighted a shift: tornados have shifted to the south and threaten lives and property in new areas outside the Great Plains. Forget “The Wizard of Oz.” Tornadoes are causing far more deaths and destruction east and south of Kansas these days. And they’re often doing it in the dark of night. Tuesday night’s deadly tornado that struck the New Orleans area is the ideal example of what experts say…

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Panovich: Signs are pointing to severe weather Wednesday evening

Panovich: Signs are pointing to severe weather Wednesday evening

Widespread rain and thunderstorms are possible across the Carolinas and Charlotte area Wednesday afternoon and evening. Some could even see tornadoes. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Charlotte area will be at risk for severe weather Wednesday afternoon and evening, with the possibility of strong storms, chief meteorologist Brad Panovich said.  Panovich is tracking a line of storms and a cold front moving across Tennessee that will reach the Carolinas Wednesday afternoon. Panovich said that line is…

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Potential for severe weather, tornadoes in Charlotte area Wednesday

Potential for severe weather, tornadoes in Charlotte area Wednesday

Widespread rain and thunderstorms are possible across the Carolinas and Charlotte area Wednesday afternoon and evening. Some could even see tornadoes. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A strong storm system that’s produced widespread severe weather and tornadoes in Texas and part of Louisiana and Mississippi is now marching east with the threat of more severe storms in the Carolinas Wednesday. Rain moved into western North Carolina early Wednesday, with showers across the mountains and foothills by 8…

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Panovich: Severe weather possible in the Carolinas Wednesday

Panovich: Severe weather possible in the Carolinas Wednesday

Widespread rain and thunderstorms are possible across the Carolinas and Charlotte area Wednesday afternoon and evening. Some could even see tornadoes. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A strong storm system that’s produced widespread severe weather and tornadoes in Texas and part of Louisiana and Mississippi is now marching east with the threat of more severe storms in the Carolinas Wednesday. While there is a chance we see some more stable air in the morning to help the…

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Severe weather possible in the Carolinas Wednesday

Severe weather possible in the Carolinas Wednesday

Widespread rain and thunderstorms are possible across the Carolinas and Charlotte area Wednesday afternoon and evening. Some could even see tornadoes. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A strong storm system that’s produced widespread severe weather and tornadoes in Texas is now marching east with the threat of more severe storms in the Carolinas this week.  WCNC Charlotte meteorologist Chris Mulcahy says multiple tornadoes and severe thunderstorms are possible in the Southeast through Thursday morning as the system…

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The First Round of Spring Severe Weather expected Wednesday for the Carolinas

The First Round of Spring Severe Weather expected Wednesday for the Carolinas

Widespread rain and thunderstorms are possible across the Carolinas and Charlotte area Wednesday afternoon and evening. Some could even see tornadoes. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — What is Happening: A strong storm system produced widespread severe weather in Eastern Texas and is now marching east of the Mississippi. Multiple tornadoes and severe thunderstorms are possible in the southern and southeastern United States now through Thursday morning.  Day 1 Outlook (Tuesday and Tuesday Night): The area in pink…

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Tornado Alley is shifting east, how does this affect the Carolinas? Weather IQ

Tornado Alley is shifting east, how does this affect the Carolinas? Weather IQ

Tornado Alley is known as being the most active place for large and dangerous tornadoes in the central United States, but that could be changing. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The United States averages over 1,200 tornadoes every year, with many of those hitting Tornado Alley, the central U.S. states where severe weather strikes more than the rest of the country.  But Tornado Alley could be bigger than you think and may be shifting east.  🌩️ If…

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Is Tornado Alley shifting east? Weather IQ

Is Tornado Alley shifting east? Weather IQ

Tornado Alley is known as being the most active place for large and dangerous tornadoes in the central United States, but that could be changing. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The United States averages over 1,200 tornadoes every year, with many of those hitting Tornado Alley, the central U.S. states where severe weather strikes more than the rest of the country.  But Tornado Alley could be bigger than you think and may be shifting east.  🌩️ If…

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Weather IQ: Is Tornado Alley Shifting East?

Weather IQ: Is Tornado Alley Shifting East?

Most of us know Tornado Alley as being the most active place for large and dangerous tornadoes in the Central United States, but that could be changing. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The United States averages over 1200 tornadoes every year. Many of those reported here, tornado Alley. But this zone may be bigger think.  Is Tornado Alley Expanding or Shifting East?  Tornadoes can happen anytime of year but their frequency increases dramatically during April, May and…

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Weather IQ: Understanding the local risk from flash flooding

Weather IQ: Understanding the local risk from flash flooding

Severe Weather Preparedness Week continues with our biggest local threat: flash flooding. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Flash flooding is the most common and most expensive natural disaster in the Carolinas. In fact, there have been over 1,000 floods over the past decade. Hurricanes, tropical storms, thunderstorms, and training events can all produce flash flooding. Flooding is the second-highest cause of weather-related deaths across the United States. It’s why you’ll hear “turn around, don’t drown” repeated many…

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Weather IQ: What to know about Flash Floods

Weather IQ: What to know about Flash Floods

Flash flooding happens in the Carolinas every year and can happen quickly. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Flash Floods: Over the past decade – there have been over one-thousand flash floods in the Carolinas. Flooding is the second highest cause of weather-related deaths in the united states. That’s why you’ll hear “turn around, don’t drown” many times during severe weather. Six inches of running water can knock a person down, but 12-24″ can sweep a vehicle away…

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