A National Weather Service flood advisory hit parts of the Piedmont Triad Tuesday after intense downpours, warning of minor street and low-lying flooding in Davidson, Forsyth and Guilford counties.

UNC researchers mapped 78 flood events and found 43% of flooded buildings in North Carolina lay outside FEMA’s floodplains, revealing insurance and planning gaps.

Strong thunderstorms hammered parts of the Piedmont Tuesday with gusts near 50 mph; NWS alerts warned of downed limbs and hazardous travel.

The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for Sampson County after heavy storms dropped 1–3 inches of rain; Clinton, Roseboro and Salemburg were named. Drivers were urged to avoid flooded roads.

Muggy Tuesday in Raleigh with highs near 87°F and scattered afternoon storms. Brief heavy downpours possible — expect wet roads during the commute.

NWS Raleigh warned Monday that strong thunderstorms with gusts up to 50 mph and frequent lightning were moving through the Piedmont, impacting parts of Granville, Durham, Franklin and Wake counties.

The NWS issued a Special Weather Statement for Robeson County Monday, warning of a thunderstorm with landspout potential, 40 mph gusts and localized flooding risk.

Forecasters and lifeguards warned of a High rip‑current risk across much of North Carolina on Memorial Day after lifeguards recorded dozens of rescues over the weekend. Swim near a lifeguard or stay out of the water when a High risk is posted.

Patchy fog and showers hit Raleigh on Memorial Day. Scattered thunderstorms and localized heavy rain are possible with highs near 83°F.

Dense fog cuts visibility across Raleigh this morning. Scattered storms are likely this afternoon and into Memorial Day.

Showers and thunderstorms are likely in Raleigh today and through Memorial Day; expect wet roads, pockets of heavy rain, and a localized flood risk.

An NWS warning for Surry and Stokes counties warned of marble-sized hail, 40-mph gusts and frequent lightning Thursday afternoon around Pilot Mountain. Officials urged people to seek shelter.

Cloudy Friday with showers on the way. A wet pattern may bring 2–4 inches through mid-week—expect delays and possible urban flooding.