Today will be the start of a hot and humid period. Near record highs and humid conditions will cause Heat Index values to rise over 100 degrees across much of the area outside of the mountains today. #ncwx#scwx#gawx
As we enjoy our holiday let’s not forget the reason why we have this day. We celebrate the lives of those that made the Ultimate Sacrifice so that we can enjoy the freedoms we have. Have a safe and Happy Memorial Day.
ALERT: Parts of Gaston Co are under a Tornado Warning until 1700 hrs. A warning means rotation has been spotted is is likely to happen in minutes. Seek shelter and keep your eyes to the sky.
ALERT: Gaston Co is currently under a tornado watch until 2000 hrs. Be aware of possible rapidly changing weather conditions. Have several ways to be alerted to possible tornados. @wxbrad#URVFD
**RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT**
The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning for much of the state. Red flag warning means critical fire weather conditions are occurring now or will shortly. Open burning is NOT advised.
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As the weather starts to warm we have the increased possibility of severe weather. Please be weather aware this spring and summer. #SevereWeather#URVFD#ThanksBrad@wxbrad
There is potential for severe thunderstorms and tornadoes in the Carolinas Wednesday. Here's what you should do if there's a tornado warning in your area, no matter where you are. #ncwx#scwx#cltwx https://t.co/0wYPdsnuoz
Please stay safe out there and be aware of rising waters and also standing water. Remember your car is not a boat, turn around dont drown. #Weather#URVFD
FLASH FLOOD WARNING: Catawba Creek in Gaston county has risen above flood stage thanks to about 2" of rain in the last couple of hours. Levels will soon subside with the steadier rain pushing out #ncwx
It’s that time of year again come Sunday night. Remember to change your clocks and change your batteries in your smoke detectors as well as your carbon monoxide detectors. #StaySafe#URVFD
Please keep our Brothers and Sisters from Crowders Mtn Fire and Rescue in your thoughts and Prayers as they were involved in a serious accident earlier today.
The next 24-36 hrs we will be watching the position of the stalled front and low pressure, as well as how strong that low gets. These will all determine how much or how little snow we see Friday. #cltwx#snOMG#ncwx#scwx#wcnc