Monday weather vlog 5/18/2026: Hot and humid week that could end with good rain chances. youtu.be/KYcGR5V2E30... via @YouTube #cltwx #ncwx #scwx #wcnc

Dense Fog Advisory for Person, Granville & Others until 9 AM EDT. Visibilities 1/4 mi or less through around daybreak. Fog dissipates by mid-morning. Use low beams, slow down, allow extra time.

Special Weather Statement for Granville, Vance & Others until daybreak. Dense fog with vis <1/2 mi at times across the Triangle/Sandhills/eastern Piedmont. Slow down, use low beams, and increase following distance.

Special Weather Statement for Alamance, Randolph, Davidson, Chatham & Others. Dense fog with vis <1/2 mi possible. Vis 1 mi or less at times. Slow down, use low beams, and allow extra space. Conditions improve toward daybreak.

A Special Weather Statement has been issued for Stanly, Montgomery, Anson, Richmond until 07:00 PM 05/07/2026 | Hail: 0.25 inches | Wind: 40 MPH https://link.wxthing.com/w6sAiV

A Special Weather Statement has been issued for Lincoln, Gaston, Mecklenburg, Cabarrus until 06:45 PM 05/07/2026 | Hail: N/A | Wind: N/A https://link.wxthing.com/qqS16v

Mesoscale Discussion for portions of the Carolina Piedmont this afternoon/evening. Isolated thunderstorms may bring gusty winds and small hail. Stay alert; move indoors if storms approach.

On this date in 1989 3 separate F-4 tornadoes touching down in our area. There were 7 fatalities, the Union County track always scares me because in 1989, there wasn't the development that this is today in western Union County today in 2026. #cltwx #ncwx #scwx #wcnc

Special Weather Statement for Catawba, Rowan & Others this afternoon. RH 26% with gusty winds may dry fine fuels fast, raising fire danger. Fires spread quickly. Follow NC burn bans—no outdoor burning.

Special Weather Statement for Forsyth, Guilford, Davidson, Randolph, Alamance, Chatham, Stanly, Montgomery, Moore, Anson & Others. Low RH 25-30% w/ gusts 20-30 mph. Increased fire danger. Don’t spark; no open burning—burn ban in effect.

Here’s a look at weather averages for the PGA Tour stop at #QuailHollowClub since 2003! ⛳️ Known previously as Wachovia, Quail Hollow, and Wells Fargo, it's now the Truist Championship. (Skipped in ‘17 & ‘25 for the PGA Champ, and ‘22 for the Presidents Cup). #cltwx #pga

🌧️ Rain chances are trending UP late Wed into Thu! Model spread is still huge, ranging from just 0.25" to over 2". The good news? The ensemble mean is settling right around a solid 1". A perfect beneficial soaking for us! Keep umbrellas handy for Thursday. ☂️ #cltwx #ncwx

It's easy to get excited for this one, as we have the best chance of moderating to heavy rainfall in almost 2 months. Still a few days out, and some uncertainty about the exact amounts. There is real potential for many areas to get at least 1" of rainfall Wednesday night through Thursday.

Frost Advisory for Rabun & Others until 9 AM EDT Sun. Temps near 33°F may cause frost. Frost can harm sensitive plants—cover or bring plants indoors.

Freeze Warning for Avery County until 9:00 AM EDT Sun. Sub-freezing temps as low as 28°F expected. Frost/freeze may kill crops and damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. Protect plants and pipes.

Freeze Warning for Ashe, Watauga, Tazewell & Others until 9 AM EDT Sun. Temps 28°F or lower. Frost/freeze may kill crops and damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. Protect sensitive plants.

Total April severe thunderstorm and tornado warnings. Very active in the middle of the country, and almost nothing in the drought areas of the Southeast. #cltwx #ncwx #scwx #wcnc

Special Weather Statement for Moore, Richmond until 11:15 PM 04/29/2026 | Hail: 0.75 inches | Wind: 40 MPH https://link.wxthing.com/xLElmP

Special Weather Statement for Stanly, Montgomery, Anson, Richmond until 11:00 PM 04/29/2026 | Hail: 0.75 inches | Wind: 40 MPH https://link.wxthing.com/tFxp6B

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Stanly, NC. | Max Hail: 0.88 inches, Wind: 60 MPH | Expires at 11:00 PM 04/29/2026. Full Text https://link.wxthing.com/9MtD2Q

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Stanly, NC. | Max Hail: 1.0 inches, Wind: 60 MPH | Expires at 10:30 PM 04/29/2026. Full Text https://link.wxthing.com/wMoN4c

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Cabarrus, NC. | Max Hail: 0.88 inches, Wind: 60 MPH | Expires at 10:15 PM 04/29/2026. Full Text https://link.wxthing.com/OOy9Bh

Special Weather Statement for Stanly until 10:30 PM 04/29/2026 | Hail: 0.25 inches | Wind: 40 MPH https://link.wxthing.com/aOHAzJ

Special Weather Statement for Mecklenburg, Cabarrus, Union until 10:00 PM 04/29/2026 | Hail: 0.25 inches | Wind: 40 MPH https://link.wxthing.com/Sqdj8U

Special Weather Statement for Catawba until 06:30 PM 04/29/2026 | Hail: 0.25 inches | Wind: 40 MPH https://link.wxthing.com/1Dg7dh

Mesoscale Discussion for portions of the central/southern Appalachians into the Mid-Atlantic this afternoon. Isolated to widely scattered storms possible. A few stronger storms may bring marginally severe hail, strong wind gusts, and a brief tornado. Be ready to take shelter.

Special Weather Statement for Alexander, Iredell, Catawba, Caldwell Mountains, Greater Caldwell, Burke Mountains, Greater Burke, McDowell Mountains, Eastern McDowell until 06:30 AM 04/28/2026 | Hail: 0.0 inches | Wind: 40 MPH https://greenewx.com/maps/https___api_weather_gov_alerts_urn_oid

Special Weather Statement for Cleveland, Lincoln, Gaston until 04:30 PM 04/25/2026 | Hail: 0.0 inches | Wind: 40 MPH https://greenewx.com/maps/urn_oid_2_49_0_1_840_0_c899a70d8de49b4aec64d4b2ebc07afac1e99646_001_1_bradpwcnc1.html

Special Weather Statement for Edgecombe, Johnston, Wilson & Others. Low RH 25–35% with gusts 15–20 mph and very dry fuels will increase fire danger today. Don’t spark; dispose of butts/matches properly. Burn ban in effect—no open burning.

Special Weather Statement for Johnston & Others. Breezy 15-20 mph Sat with RH 20-30% in afternoon. Showers/TS possible; lightning risk. Increased wildfire danger—no open burning; dispose of cigarettes/matches; avoid spark equipment.

Air Quality Alert for Rowan, Mecklenburg, & Cabarrus until 8 PM EDT. Code Orange Air Quality Action Day for ground-level ozone; levels may reach unhealthy standards. Limit outdoor activity; use A/C and avoid heavy exertion.

Air Quality Alert for Mecklenburg & Cabarrus until 8 PM EDT Fri. Code Orange Air Quality Action Day for ground-level ozone; levels may reach unhealthy standards. Limit outdoor exertion; use A/C and follow DEQ guidance.

Air Quality Alert for Stanly, Montgomery, Moore & Others until 8 PM EDT. Code Orange Action Day for ground-level ozone may reach unhealthy levels. Limit outdoor exertion; keep kids/elderly indoors; use masks if needed.

Air Quality Alert for Mecklenburg & Cabarrus until 8 PM EDT Fri. Code Orange Air Quality Action Day for ground-level ozone; levels may reach unhealthy standards. Limit outdoor exertion and check local AQI.

Air Quality Alert for Gaston, Mecklenburg, Cabarrus & Union until 8 PM EDT. Code Orange Air Quality Action Day for ground-level ozone; levels may reach unhealthy. Limit outdoor exertion; keep kids/at-risk indoors.

Air Quality Alert for Stanly, Montgomery, Moore, Anson, Richmond, Scotland, Hoke, Cumberland & Others until 8 PM EDT. Code Orange for ground-level ozone may reach unhealthy levels. Limit outdoor exertion; follow DEQ guidance.

Air Quality Alert for Northern Lancaster & Southern Lancaster until 8 PM EDT Thu. Code Orange Ozone Action Day. Unhealthy ozone for sensitive groups. Limit heavy outdoor exertion; take breaks. Reduce idling/vehicle use.

Special Weather Statement for Ashe & Others. Low RH 20–25% with gusty winds will dry fuels and raise wildfire spread risk. Dispose of cigarettes/matches properly. Don’t spark—no open burning; NC burn ban in effect.

Special Weather Statement for western NC & Others this afternoon. RH 20-25% with gusts 15-20 mph and very dry veg may spread wildfires fast. NC Forest Service burn ban in effect. Outdoor burning prohibited.

Special Weather Statement for Ashe, Alleghany, Surry & Others. Low RH 20-25% and gusty winds will increase wildfire spread risk today. Dispose of cigarettes/matches properly; don’t spark equipment; keep vehicles off dry grass/leaves. NC burn ban—no open burning.

Special Weather Statement for Person, Granville & Others. Very dry air (RH 15–25%) and W/SW winds gusting to 30 mph today may increase wildfire spread. Don’t burn—open burning is illegal. Dispose of smoking materials properly; avoid sparks.

Special Weather Statement for Ashe, Alleghany, Surry, Stokes, Rockingham, Caswell, Watauga, Wilkes, Yadkin & Others. Low RH (20-25%), drought, and gusty winds may spread wildfires fast today. Don’t burn; no open burning. Dispose of cigarettes/matches; avoid sparks.

Special Weather Statement for Avery & Others. Low RH 20-25% with gusty winds 15-20 mph and very dry veg may rapidly spread wildfires. NC burn ban in effect—no outdoor burning.

Special Weather Statement for Avery & Others. Wed afternoon: RH 20-30% with gusty winds 15-25 mph and very dry veg. Elevated wildfire spread risk. NC burn ban in effect—no outdoor burning.

Special Weather Statement for Person, Granville, Vance, Warren, Halifax & Others. RH 15-30% Wed with W winds gusting to 30 mph. Increased wildfire risk. Don’t burn; dispose of butts/matches properly; avoid sparks and keep cars off dry grass/leaves.

Special Weather Statement for Avery & Others. Wed afternoon: RH 20-30% with gusts 20-25 mph and very dry veg may spread wildfire fast. NC Forest Service burn ban in effect. Don’t do outdoor burning.

Special Weather Statement for Ashe, Alleghany, Surry & Others. Low RH 20-25% and gusty winds will increase wildfire spread risk Wed. Dispose of cigarettes/matches properly. Don’t spark—no open burning; NC burn ban in effect.

Special Weather Statement for Person, Granville, Vance, Warren, Halifax, Forsyth, Guilford & Others. RH 15-25% this afternoon. W winds gust 20-30 mph, up to ~35 mph. Increased wildfire risk. Don’t burn; dispose of butts/matches; avoid sparks.

Frost Advisory for Alexander, Iredell & Others until 9 AM EDT Tue. Temps as low as 33F may cause frost. Cover sensitive plants/vegetation to prevent damage.

Special Weather Statement for Alexander, Iredell, Davie & Others. Very dry fuels; RH 25-30% today. Wind gusts up to 35 mph mountains, 25 mph foothills/Piedmont. Outdoor fires spread fast. No open burning; NC burn ban in effect.