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Severe Storms Strike Central NC: Tornado Risk and Power Outages

3/17/2026

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National Weather Service (NWS) issued a Level 4 Moderate Risk warning for Central North Carolina on March 15, 2026.
Forecasters warned of winds over 75 mph, a 15%–30% tornado chance, and large hail.
Schools across multiple counties closed or shifted to remote learning.
About 4,000 customers lost power.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a ground stop at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) due to severe storm threats.

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National Weather Service (NWS) issued a Level 4 Moderate Risk warning for Central North Carolina on March 15, 2026.
Forecasters warned of winds over 75 mph, a 15%–30% tornado chance, and large hail.
Schools across multiple counties closed or shifted to remote learning.
About 4,000 customers lost power.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a ground stop at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) due to severe storm threats.