North Carolina's 'Carolina Alley' Ranks as Fourth-Deadliest Tornado Region in U.S.
North Carolina, often overlooked in discussions about tornado activity, is home to a region known as 'Carolina Alley,' which ranks as the fourth-deadliest tornado zone in the United States. This area stretches from northern Georgia, through South Carolina, and along the I-95 corridor into North Carolina. The state has experienced significant tornado outbreaks, including the devastating April 2011 event that claimed 24 lives in North Carolina alone. Historically, the 1984 outbreak was even deadlier, with 42 fatalities in the state. Tornadoes in this region can occur year-round, though the peak season typically spans from March to May. The increasing frequency and intensity of tornadoes in the eastern U.S. have led experts to suggest that the traditional 'Tornado Alley' may be shifting eastward, making preparedness in this region more critical than ever. (Source: AOL, Source time: not specified) 
