Sunny this afternoon in Charlotte, but dry air keeps fire danger elevated. Fire Danger Statement 11 AM–8 PM.

Gusty NNE winds and very low humidity have prompted a Red Flag Warning for Charlotte on Saturday, March 28, 2026. Avoid outdoor burning and secure loose items.

The SC Forestry Commission has ordered a statewide burn ban effective 4 p.m. March 27 as low humidity and gusty winds raise wildfire risk. The ban covers most outdoor fires.

Sunny and unseasonably warm Friday with highs near 88°F; a Fire Weather Watch covers parts of the Upstate for a gusty, dry Saturday.

Hot Friday ahead with highs near 88°F. Cool, dry weekend with gusty winds and fire‑weather concerns.

Clear morning and a mild Wednesday; highs near 67°F. Temperatures could jump into the upper 80s Friday.

Clear and dry Tuesday with a high near 58°F. Warmth builds into the 80s by Friday while nearby areas face elevated fire danger.

NCDEQ will test 16 homes near Southside Park after park sampling found elevated lead and cobalt; the agency says there is no immediate danger, but neighbors want answers.

Severe storms Monday left thousands across North Carolina without power, with outages concentrated around Charlotte and the Lake Norman area.

Charlotte Water traced about 1,550 gallons of untreated sewage in McAlpine Creek to a grease-and-wipe blockage. Officials urged residents to avoid contact and to call 311 with concerns.

Fast-moving storms will sweep through Charlotte this morning with damaging wind and isolated tornado risk. Gusts could reach 35–37 mph.

Showers arrive this afternoon; a strong cold front could bring severe thunderstorms Monday with damaging gusts. Expect a wet, gusty commute.

NWS Morristown warns damaging winds could accompany severe storms Sunday night across Anderson County and the Knoxville area.