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09/13/2024

The likelihood of low pressure spinning up this weekend offshore and taking on tropical characteristics is increasing. We need to be aware that Helene could form quickly by Monday and move to the northwest across our state.

09/13/2024

The low pressure system we have been talking about (different than the remnants of Francine) is up to a 40% chance of tropical or subtropical development.

09/13/2024

WRAL Weather Alert Day: Heavy rain continues across part of the area. Rain chances continue into the evening. Some areas have seen over 4" of rain so far.

09/13/2024

09/12/2024

The new advisory is in on Francine and it's been downgraded to a tropical storm. Top winds are 70 mph.

09/11/2024

Here's the 5 PM update on Hurricane Francine. It's now a Cat 2 hurricane with top winds of 100 mph. New Orleans could see winds up to 70 mph this evening along with tornadoes and flooding rains.

09/11/2024

We also have a new tropical depression in the Atlantic Basin that is on the verge of becoming tropical storm Gordon. Signs are it should eventually turn to the north staying away from any landmass.

09/11/2024

ON WRAL NEWS AT 5: Francine has strengthened into a category 2 hurricane as it makes landfall along the Louisiana coast.

09/11/2024

Francine is about to make landfall on the Louisiana coast impacting initially marshland and then Morgan City and then New Orleans. The strongest wind gust so far offshore has been 112 mph. We'll follow this through the evening on WRAL.

09/11/2024

We're watching for possible tropical development off our coast over the next several days. From what we can surmise, an area of low pressure could spin up on Sunday and make its way over us on Monday. Wet weather appears to be on the way.

09/11/2024

The odds for low pressure to form off our coast and become tropical/subtropical are increasing. I'll have a closer look at the timeline for the rain this system brings on WRAL News at 4. Are you in need of 🌧 at your house? I am.

09/11/2024

New high-res data has the eye-wall (worst part of a hurricane/storm) moving through New Orleans around 10-11 PM then a brief break before the backside swings through. Unfortunately this means the worst of Francine will move through at night. Thinking of all of our friends and neighbors to our south.

09/11/2024

NEW: A 20% chance of development off our coast early next week. This storm could bring heavy rain regardless of a name. 🟡

09/11/2024

Some outer clouds from Francine today. Overall, the storm has minimal impact on us.

More rain next week from a separate area of low pressure near the coast.

Happy Hump Day!

We'll see a gradual increase in clouds today from Francine, but it'll still be pleasant.

Rain totals through the weekend look unimpressive. I wouldn't cancel your plans.

09/11/2024

Francine may be hundreds of miles away, but some of its clouds are putting on a show at sunrise.

Some of the outer clouds from are setting us up with a beautiful sunrise this morning!

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09/11/2024

Here's the 11 PM update on now Hurricane Francine. It's a Cat 1 hurricane with 75 mph winds and threatens the Louisiana coast with landfall tomorrow afternoon.

09/10/2024

Here's the 5 PM update form the NHC Francine making landfall tomorrow afternoon as a Cat 1 hurricane. The storm has remained disorganized all afternoon and has yet to become a hurricane.

09/10/2024

The latest run of the HRRR model(high resolution rapid refresh) now shows the center of Francine moving over Lake Ponchartrain and thus impacting New Orleans with higher winds. We will watch to see if this trend continues.

09/10/2024

We adjusted rain chances for the weekend and it really doesn't look too bad. The impacts from Francine will be pretty low for NC.

We are monitoring a threat for NC early next week - all dependent on a stalled front. On WRAL at 4 I'll have the details

09/10/2024

Did anyone else see this?! 🚀

09/10/2024

Calm with another swing in temperatures today. Meanwhile, we keep an eye on Francine in the Gulf.

Good morning, and Happy Tuesday!

Today’s a mostly sunny, hazy and pleasant day. Francine will become a hurricane this morning, though its local impact still looks minimal this weekend.

09/10/2024

Here's the latest track and intensity forecast of Francine. It is forecast to be a Cat 1 hurricane tomorrow morning and Cat 2 at landfall in Louisiana on Wednesday.

09/09/2024

The newest on Francine has it becoming a hurricane later on tonight and a stronger storm at landfall. The Gulf waters haven't been turned over so there is plenty of warm water to be used. Watch for quick intensification!

09/09/2024

The ‘F’ named storm doesn’t look like it will be a huge concern for us in NC this year but some moisture and fronts connected to the system could aid in weekend rain. I’ll have more on our local impacts and the serious threats for Louisiana on WRAL at 4.

09/09/2024

Some indirect impacts from what will soon be Francine. Does not look like a repeat of Debby in our area.

09/09/2024

A nice start to the week! You may notice some smoky haze, but it feels great out.

09/09/2024

We will likely have Francine at some point today, but any impact locally would be indirect/less than Debby.

At some point today, we'll have our first named storm in nearly three weeks. Until then, this is the morning path update on what will likely become Francine.

The center of the storm will be far west of here, meaning any rain would be indirect/not as intense as what we saw with Debby a month ago.

09/09/2024

Here's the 11 PM advisory on Potential Tropical Cyclone #6. This forecast has the storm as a little stronger hurricane at landfall. Most intensity models have Francine becoming a Cat 1 hurricane but a few reach Cat 2 status at landfall.

09/08/2024

We have a new Potential Tropical Cyclone that's possible to become Hurricane Francine later in the new work week. This is the first forecast track.

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Something is brewing in the Gulf of Mexico and I am watching to see if we will have an initial advisory on this system by 5 PM.

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Our cold front is passing through the area with still just a few showers ahead of it. Overnight while we are sleeping, drier air will spread over the area and we will wake up to a different feel. Another taste of Fall!

The outflow boundary from the storms in the Triangle is expanding outwards so there is the potential this will kick off more storms this evening. Watch out for some strong to severe storms with the potential for localized flooding!

Looks like a little shower has developed over Durham. It's slowly shifting southward.

Beautiful weekend ahead of high heat. WRAL Chris Michaels has the full forecast for you on wral.com

Are you ready for a break from the summer humidity?? We have a nice treat on the way for the week starting tomorrow. If you work outside for a living you are going to love the comfy feel that takes over on Wednesday and lasts into Saturday. 😮

It clouds and some light rain this afternoon but some nicer weather is on tap for the next few days. How about a little drop in humidity with sunshine? It should feel better the next couple of days. Enjoy!

Monday AM Severe Thunderstorm Warning

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect until 7:15 a.m. for parts of Moore and Hoke Counties. This storm is moving east at 20 mph.

Showers and storms are moving through Wake and Durham counties right now. Expect brief, heavy downpours as they move by your location.

A new Tornado Watch is in effect. WRAL Chris Michaels has a quick check of where we stand the rest of the day with Debby. Coverage continues on Fox50, WRAL+ and wral.com

WRAL Chris Michaels has some key notes on Debby as we get close to midday. Coverage continues on wral.com all day long.

We've now had three confirmed tornadoes in the area. Meteorologist WRAL Chris Michaels has the latest on that threat. We are LIVE all morning on WRAL and wral.com .

The heavier rain bands from Debby that have been in the southern counties is now showing signs of shifting northward. We can expect periods of heavier rain overnight and in the morning along with flooding.

5 a.m. Saturday Tropics Update

Meteorologist WRAL Chris Michaels has an update on Tropical Depression 4, its path and potential impacts on North Carolina next week.

Here's how the showers and storms have been forming this evening on radar. They are dumping some heavy rain along with frequent lightning. Rain chances dwindle by midnight.

A few showers and storms are moving across parts of the viewing area this afternoon. I expect more storms to move in from the northwest later this evening.

The line of showers and storms is steadily making it's way slowly south and east. The rain is heavy and localized flooding is likely in spots. The front will be to our south tomorrow and the focus of showers should be primarily in our southern counties.

Some of us have seen soaking rains this morning and more of us will see it through the afternoon and evening as this line of heavy showers and storms slides slowly south and east. Watch for localized flooding into the evening. Be safe!