The Foothills are bracing for an intense heat wave this week as a strong high-pressure ridge sweeps in, with temperatures climbing into the upper 90s. While the forecast suggests lower humidity, it’s still crucial to take precautions like staying hydrated, avoiding strenuous outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day, and never leaving pets or children in parked vehicles.
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Dangerous Heat Building This Week as Storm Chances Shift Back to the Mountains
Prepare for a scorching heat wave as temperatures soar into the mid-90s and potentially hit 100 degrees.
Tropics Begin to Wake Up Off the Southeast Coast
After a quiet start to the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, the tropics are finally showing signs of life just off the Southeast coast. The National Hurricane Center is monitoring an area of disorganized showers and thunderstorms located near the North Carolina coast. While this is not currently a tropical cyclone, we expect a broad areaContinue reading “Tropics Begin to Wake Up Off the Southeast Coast”
Dangerous Heat and Humidity Build. Isolated Severe Weather Sunday.
Good Saturday evening! If you’ve stepped outside today, you’ve probably noticed one thing…it’s turned downright summer-like. The heat and humidity have settled in, and that pattern isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. We’ll continue dealing with hot afternoons, muggy nights, and the daily chance for showers and thunderstorms through the rest of the weekend and intoContinue reading “Dangerous Heat and Humidity Build. Isolated Severe Weather Sunday.”
Dangerous heat expected across the Carolinas for 4th of July Week
Good Saturday morning…by the time you are likely reading this. The major weather story developing is the anticipated heat wave that will develop across the Eastern US next week. A sprawling area of high pressure will settle in and be quite strong. Temperatures in the lower 90’s this weekend will become mid-and-upper 90’s by midContinue reading “Dangerous heat expected across the Carolinas for 4th of July Week”
Showers and Storms Return: Derecho for Western NC Saturday?
Stay updated on the weather forecast for the foothills of western North Carolina. Expect scattered showers and thunderstorms starting Friday afternoon, with the potential for stronger storms on Saturday. Stay dry and prepared for the hot, muggy weather ahead.
Why Stage 2 Water Restrictions Are Still in Place — Even With Full Lakes
If you’ve looked out over Lake James or other parts of the Catawba River Basin lately, you might be scratching your head a bit.Water levels look normal. In some spots, they even look great. So why are Stage 2 water restrictions still in place? It’s a fair question — and one a lot of peopleContinue reading “Why Stage 2 Water Restrictions Are Still in Place — Even With Full Lakes”
Cold Front Poses Significant Severe Weather Risk Across Carolinas/Virginia
Spring storm system forming across the eastern U.S., bringing severe thunderstorms to the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic. Dynamic upper-level winds and a strengthening low pressure system will fuel organized storms.
Winter Weather Briefing (1/28/26, 10 pm): Winter Storm expected for Foothills/Western Piedmont
Good Wednesday evening, Winter Weather updates are sponsored by Wendy B’s Embroidery & Screen Printing We have issued a first-call snow forecast for this winter storm that is expected to begin Friday night and intensify into Saturday before departing late in the day. We will update this again on Thursday. Due to our increased confidenceContinue reading “Winter Weather Briefing (1/28/26, 10 pm): Winter Storm expected for Foothills/Western Piedmont”
Winter Storm Briefing (1/22/26, 5 pm): Winter Storm to bring significant amounts of sleet and freezing rain
Good Thursday afternoon to everyone, Our winter weather coverage is sponsored by Wendy B’s Embroidery & Screen Printing, located in Morganton. A look at the water vapor today shows the two players that will help produce a wide-reaching winter storm across the Eastern US and back into the Southern Plains. The feature off the coastContinue reading “Winter Storm Briefing (1/22/26, 5 pm): Winter Storm to bring significant amounts of sleet and freezing rain”