Summer weather arrives with the chance for storms
90s return to the Queen City for the first time in over 2 weeks. Afternoon storm chances increase to start the weekend.
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Wind Advisory in effect Wednesday
Wind gusts up to 50 mph are possible on Wednesday. This may result in a few power outages.
Crews in Gaston County battling brush fire near Cramerton
A large brush fire broke out Monday afternoon in Cramerton. According to the Town of Cramerton, "the fire has been contained."
Severe Weather Preparedness Week: understanding severe thunderstorms and tornadoes
It's Day 2 of Severe Weather Preparedness Week - learn what makes a thunderstorm severe, how tornadoes form and the difference between watches and warnings.
Severe Weather Preparedness Week: overview and severe weather types
Severe Weather Preparedness Week is underway in the Carolinas, running from March 2-8, 2025.
Fire danger remains elevated as wildfires burn thousands of acres across the Carolinas
Wildfires continue to burn across Carolinas, prompting evacuations, an emergency declaration and burn bans as the fire danger remains elevated.
Flowers bloom and pollen booms across Carolinas
WCCB Charlotte meteorologist James Scott talks with local experts on how to protect your blooming trees from the cold - and how to protect yourself from the allergies they may bring.
Fire Weather Watch issued across the majority of North and South Carolina
Low relative humidity and gusty winds will increase the risk of wildfires across the Carolinas on Saturday.
Bridge reopens in Swannanoa 5 months after Helene
The Whitson Avenue Bridge reopened Wednesday afternoon reconnecting U.S. Highway 70 to Old U.S. Highway 70 in Swannanoa, North Carolina.
