Severe Weather Forecast: Heavy Winds and Possible Tornadoes in North Carolina This Weekend

Residents across the Triad and Central North Carolina are bracing for severe weather this weekend, with the National Weather Service issuing warnings for damaging winds, isolated tornadoes, and a potential wintry mix midweek. Wind gusts could reach up to 60 mph, raising concerns for power outages and hazardous road conditions. Local meteorologists have predicted that the storm system may bring heavy rain in addition to strong winds, with the highest likelihood of tornado activity occurring on Sunday. The ABC11 Weather team has reported, ‘The winds will begin to pick up Saturday night, leading into Sunday morning when they will reach their peak.’ As the system moves through, many areas may see localized flooding and downed trees which could result in outages across the region. After the storm, temperatures are expected to drop, bringing a risk of snow midweek. Greenville, SC, is also preparing for severe weather, with snow possible as temperatures plummet after the weekend storm. The community is urged to stay informed and prepare for the upcoming weather threats, which may affect travel and safety throughout the central Carolinas.