Concord’s emergency account warned Friday of a severe thunderstorm covering the city and Charlotte‑Douglas Airport through 4 p.m. EDT. Officials urged residents to shelter and avoid flooded roads.

Hot and humid Saturday with scattered afternoon storms possible; heavier rounds may arrive Sunday night into Monday with localized flood risk.

NWS put parts of Gaston and Cleveland counties under a severe‑storm warning Friday afternoon — gusts to 60 mph and penny‑sized hail were possible. Shelter indoors.

Hot and humid Friday in Charlotte with storms likely this afternoon. Cooling stations and transit options are available across the city.

Hot and humid today with highs near 94°F and late‑day storm chances.

Mid‑90s and muggy in Charlotte on Wednesday, July 8, 2026; heat index may reach the low 100s. Small chance of isolated late‑day storms and county cooling centers are open.

Monroe moved to Stage 2 mandatory water restrictions on July 6 as reservoir levels lag after a dry spring. Outdoor watering windows are limited and some uses — including home car washing — are banned.

Hot, humid Tuesday in Charlotte with highs near 94°F and heat‑index into the low 100s. Cooling centers and transit rides are available today.

Troutman police posted photos after a black bear was seen in Barium Seasons Village and urged residents to secure children, leash pets and call non-emergency dispatch.

The NWS issued a severe thunderstorm warning Sunday for Burke and McDowell counties through 7:15 p.m.; gusts up to 60 mph and frequent lightning were expected.

Hot and muggy Monday in Charlotte with highs near 95°F and heat-index values up to 105°F. Scattered afternoon storms are possible after 2 p.m.

Charlotte Water says a pipe failure released about 3,145 gallons of wastewater into McAlpine Creek near Lawyers Road. Crews are repairing the line and testing downstream water.

Hot and humid Sunday in Charlotte with highs near 97°F. Late‑day storms may bring damaging gusts and brief heavy rain.