Thursday once again high pressure will keep the sunshine going and above average temperatures. Afternoon highs will climb into the upper 80s to near 90°, with record highs likely by late afternoon.
The governor is urging North Carolina residents and visitors to be prepared for heavy rains, possible flooding and gusty winds due to the storm set to pass through parts of the state Friday night and early Saturday.
Tropical Storm Hermine is expected to make landfall in north Florida Thursday night and will head straight for the North Carolina coast according to the latest tracks.
Scattered showers and storms possible through Panthers last preseason game.
The National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Hermine has formed from a system swirling in the Gulf of Mexico.
North Carolina's Outer Banks will likely be drenched as a tropical weather system blows by with up to 5 inches of heavy rain.
Continued Hot, Slim Rain Chances
A tropical weather system off the coast of North Carolina's Outer Banks is expected to strengthen in the next day, bringing winds up to 45 mph and heavy rains that could flood low-lying areas, officials said.
Tropical Storm Gaston is moving northwestward in the Atlantic with no change in strength.
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