By Tuesday, the heat isn't going anywhere. Afternoon highs will once again reach the mid 90s with plenty of sunshine and just a few fair-weather clouds. Rain chances become even more limited as a strong area of high pressure builds overhead, setting the stage for an even hotter stretch through the second half of the week.
Several schools in the WCCB viewing area will be closed or will be operating on a delay/remote learning due to inclement weather.
Several school districts in the WCCB viewing area have canceled after-school activities, including athletic events, Friday due to the threat of severe weather.
Damaging wind gusts will be the main threat, but all severe modes are on the table, including significant hail and a few tornadoes.
Family members tell WCCB's Marvin Beach that Dustin Weaver died when powerful storms passed along Evening Drive around 12:20 p.m.
The Catawba County community is coming together to support those affected by severe storms by offering temporary shelter and making donations of food, water, and other house hold items.
Governor Roy Cooper signed an Executive Order declaring a State of Emergency due to severe weather across the state.
Severe storms, including heavy winds, impact the WCCB Charlotte viewing area. View the gallery of storm damage from Charlotte and other surrounding cities.
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management Office (CMEMO), Mecklenburg County, the City of Charlotte are working together to monitor severe weather and any potential impacts to Mecklenburg County on Tuesday, January 9, 2024.
