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Parts of Central NC under Level 1 risk for severe weather on Wednesday
Raleigh, N.C. — Another round of rain is headed towards central North Carolina. A few scattered thunderstorms will be possible overnight, but storms will be most likely Wednesday afternoon and evening
Rain will fall on and off overnight and for most of the day on Wednesday.
“There may be a stray rumble of thunder [overnight] but the bigger concern for any storms will come Wednesday,” said WRAL meteorologist Kat Campbell.
While there is a risk for severe weather for parts of central North Carolina on Wednesday afternoon, there will be a statewide tornado drill on Wednesday morning.
A tornado warning will not be issued for the test but the Emergency Alert System will be activated at 9:30 a..m for the drill.
The Triangle won’t see severe storms on Wednesday, but there is a Level 1 risk for severe storms in our southeastern counties, including Cumberland and Sampson. Damaging winds and an isolated tornado will be possible along with the steady rain.
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Wednesday will also be a cooler day, with highs in the 50s and an 80% chance for rain most of the day.
Showers will also be possible Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Over 2 inches of rain could fall over the next seven days, but it will be spread out over the week,.
“Friday looks to be one of the nicer days of the week,” said Campbell.
Right now, the weekend looks mild, with highs in the mid to upper 50s. Saturday will be wet and could see some storms, but rain is not expected on Sunday.
According to WRAL meteorologist Kat Campbell, tree pollen — including oak, cedar, pine and sweet gum — was in the high category as of Monday.
“We’ll see much more of the yellow tint to things as we get throughout the weeks,” said Campbell.
But there is good news for those who suffer from seasonal allergies. There will be some relief from pollen because of the rain expected in central North Carolina, said Campbell.