Cherokee, North Carolina — A watch for severe thunderstorms has been issued for certain areas in the states of North Carolina and South Carolina. These areas include Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Jackson, Macon, and Swain counties in North Carolina, as well as Oconee County in South Carolina on the other side of the state. Right up until midnight today, the watch will remain in effect.
The severe thunderstorm watch was issued at 5:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) on Thursday, April 10, and it will continue to be in effect until 12:00 AM EDT. This information comes from the National Weather Service. There is a probability that severe thunderstorms may develop as a result of the storm system. These thunderstorms could bring about hail, winds that could cause damage, and heavy rainfall.
It is recommended that residents of these counties remain vigilant and keep a close eye on local forecasts for any updates regarding the development of storms. Objects that are located outside should be secured, shelter should be sought indoors in the event that storms arise, and needless travel should be avoided if the conditions become severe.
Although no particular warnings have been issued as of yet, the watch indicates that circumstances are ideal for severe weather, and the general public should continue to be prepared for the possibility of potentially hazardous situations. It is anticipated that the storm system will have an impact on the region for a number of hours, and there is a possibility that violent thunderstorms will occur.
Residents are encouraged to tune in to their local news or the alerts provided by the National Weather Service for the most up-to-date information.
