CHARLOTTE, N.C. – The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management Office urges Mecklenburg County residents to prepare for the potential of severe weather that may occur Wednesday through Friday, June 23rd. The main threats to be aware of include heavy rainfall, flooding, damaging winds, large hail, and possible tornadoes. Residents are encouraged to have a plan in place, know how to receive warnings, and a place for shelter. It is important to be weather aware and monitor local forecasts.
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To receive accurate and timely local emergency alerts register for CharMeck Alerts at charmeckalerts.com. Stay tuned to the National Weather Service for weather updates and follow Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management on Twitter and Instagram for real time updates and alerts. Emergency officials recommend residents use the following safety tips to prepare for severe weather:
- Know the terms: WATCH means a hazardous weather event is possible. WARNING means a hazardous weather event is occurring, imminent or, likely.
- Know where the nearest safe room is, such as a basement or interior room and away from windows and go there immediately if you hear or see a tornado.
- If you are outdoors, and there is no shelter available, take cover in a low-lying flat area. Watch out for flying debris.
- Do not attempt to go into floodwaters or standing water.
- If you come across high water on the roadways, “Turn Around, Don’t Drown.”
- Following a storm, wear sturdy shoes, long sleeves and gloves when walking on or near debris and be aware of exposed nails and broken glass.
- Be aware of damaged power or gas lines and electrical systems that may cause fires, electrocution, or explosions.
