NORTH CAROLINA — Heavy rain, strong winds, and localized flooding impacted the region Wednesday, with more severe weather expected Thursday, prompting another WRAL Weather Alert Day.
Meteorologists issued a Level 1 out of 5 risk for parts of the Triangle and areas to the north and east, forecasting damaging winds, isolated hail, and localized flooding.
Recent Weather Impact
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A tornado warning was issued earlier for Cumberland County but has since expired.
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Flooding was reported around Aviation Parkway.
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In Dunn, a severe thunderstorm delivered wind gusts up to 60 mph and penny-size hail near Angier around 3 p.m.
Rain chances will taper off between 10 and 11 p.m. Wednesday, with conditions expected to stabilize overnight. However, up to two inches of rain could still fall in some areas.
Forecast at a Glance
Thursday (WRAL Weather Alert Day)
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Partly cloudy with a 50% chance of storms, mainly in the afternoon and evening
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Highs in the mid to upper 80s
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Strong winds may cause tree damage and power outages
Friday
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Hottest day of the week
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Highs in the low 90s, breezy at times
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A late-day storm is possible
Saturday
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Partly cloudy and hot
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Highs in the upper 80s to low 90s
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Isolated afternoon storms could develop
Sunday–Wednesday Outlook
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Sunday: Mostly sunny, highs in the mid to upper 80s
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Monday: Partly cloudy, cooler and less humid, highs in the 80s
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Tuesday: Warm and mostly dry, highs in the upper 80s
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Wednesday: Showers and storms possible, high near 83
Summer Heat Returns
As the rain moves out, humidity lingers, and downslope winds from the Appalachian Mountains will warm the region even more. Expect hot, sticky conditions through the weekend with afternoon storms possible but limited.
