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
Charlotte Region School Closings: Tracking Closures for March 16, 2026 Multiple school districts in the Charlotte area adjusted their schedules for Monday, March 16, due to forecasts of severe weather. A series of potentially dangerous thunderstorms were expected to sweep through the Carolinas between Sunday night and Monday, bringing strong winds and isolated tornadoes. Several districts announced closures as a precautionary measure. The storms were anticipated to begin around 8 a.m. on Monday, moving eastward across western-central North Carolina and affecting the Charlotte region, including parts of South Carolina, through early to mid-afternoon. Forecasters warned that the storms could produce wind gusts exceeding 60 mph, with tornadoes possible in certain areas. Residents were urged to take immediate shelter if a tornado warning was issued and to prepare if a tornado watch was posted. Power outages were also a concern, as strong winds could damage trees and power lines. Additionally, the storms were expected to cause a drop in temperatures following Monday’s activity, with some mountainous regions briefly experiencing snow. Springlike conditions were predicted to return later in the week. The National Weather Service provided active alerts for the Charlotte region, emphasizing the need for vigilance during the storm system. Schools remained closed on Monday as a safety measure, with updates likely to be posted as conditions evolved.#national_weather_service #south_carolina #north_carolina #charlotte_region #carolinas
