Severe Thunderstorms Sweep Through Carolinas, Prompting Warnings
Severe thunderstorms developed across the Carolinas on Saturday, September 5, 2026, as high temperatures fueled storm activity. The National Weather Service issued severe thunderstorm warnings for central and northern counties in North Carolina, the Charlotte region, and upstate South Carolina. These storms are capable of producing damaging winds and isolated hail, with the strongest storm cores posing the highest risk for hail. Scattered storm activity is expected to continue into Sunday, with a more stable weather pattern anticipated by Labor Day. Source time: Sat, 05 Sep 2026 21:33:43 GMT.