Charlotte Region Storms: Tracking Active vs. Expired Weather Alerts on July 12, 2026 Severe thunderstorms were possible across the Carolinas, including the Charlotte region, on Sunday and Monday, July 12–13, 2026. Weather alerts and warnings were active for several counties in the afternoon of July 12, with potential for damaging winds, hail, torrential downpours, flash flooding, and tornadoes. The National Weather Service and local meteorologists provided updates on the evolving storm conditions, emphasizing the risks and safety precautions for residents. Active weather alerts for the Charlotte region included a flood watch for Ashe County, North Carolina, through the evening of Monday, July 13. Earlier in the day, a flood advisory for Richmond County, North Carolina, expired by 9:15 p.m. on Sunday. Severe thunderstorm watches were issued for Chesterfield and Lancaster counties in South Carolina, which expired at 9 p.m. Sunday, while Chester and Union counties in South Carolina saw their severe thunderstorm watches expire before 9 p.m. Additional severe thunderstorm warnings were active for Union County, North Carolina, and parts of Lancaster County, South Carolina, with the latter expiring by 3:45 p.m. Sunday. Storms were expected to develop across the Charlotte area on Sunday and into Monday, with the most intense activity anticipated between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Sunday. WBTV’s First Alert Chief Meteorologist Al Conklin noted that thunderstorms could produce damaging winds, frequent lightning, and localized flooding. In Lancaster County, hail damage was possible, with the potential for quarter-size hail reported by the National Weather Service. Gusty winds could also damage trees and power lines, leading to possible power outages.#national_weather_service #duke_energy #charlotte_region #al_conklin #ashe_county_north_carolina
