Alert Severe Thunderstorm Warning until FRI 4:15 PM EDT Sep 18, 2026 Sep 18, 2026 Updated 13 hrs ago Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Severe Thunderstorm Warning: Strong Winds and Potential Damage in Catawba CountyWhat’s Happening:A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect until 4:15 PM EDT for Catawba County. The storm is currently near Newton, moving southwest at 30 mph.Affected Areas:NewtonConoverMaidenClaremontCatawbaSherrills FordBandysStartownTerrellPropstWhat to Expect: Listen now and subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | RSS Feed | SoundStack | All Of Our Podcasts Wind gusts up to 60 mph.Potential for hail less than 0.75 inches in size. Impacts:Damage to trees and power lines is likely.Power outages may occur. People are also reading… ‘You won the jackpot!’ Concord woman shocked when store clerk reveals her big win In a reversal, NC Health Plan moves some Atrium hospitals to mid-tier for 2027 Three Rivers Land Trust protects 84 acres along the Rocky River in Cabarrus County North Carolina JV football player dies after suffering injury during Thursday night game A list of best-rated nursing homes in the Charlotte area, federal ratings show Cabarrus facility among hospital beds across NC delayed by industry appeals Steve Belichick resigns as UNC football's defensive coordinator President Trump is planning a visit to Gastonia. Here's what to know Woman accused of doing heroin in restroom at sheriff’s office, NC deputies say Fall color guide: The best times to see the leaves change in North Carolina Kannapolis deputy city manager to retire Dec. 31 after decades of service NC attorney general urges Utilities Commission to create new energy rates for data centers S.C. Senate panel holds first meeting on tax reform David Hoffmann: Local news can bring communities together Trump bans three news media outlets from White House Safety Tips:Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building for protection.If near Lake Norman, move indoors or into a vehicle immediately.Stay away from water and remember that lightning can strike up to 15 miles from the storm.If you hear thunder, move to a safe shelter immediately.When to Check Back:Monitor weather.gov or independenttribune.com/weather for updates. This weather alert was produced with AI assistance using National Weather Service data. Local Weather Get the daily forecast and severe weather alerts in your inbox! Sign up! * I understand and agree that registration on or use of this site constitutes agreement to its user agreement and privacy policy. Related to this story Most Popular Special Weather Statement until FRI 5:30 PM EDT Strong Thunderstorm Bringing Gusty Winds to Southwestern Catawba and Surrounding Areas Watch Now: Related Video Judge orders Trump to give 30-day notice before any demolition of Kennedy Center Who Is Robert Kraft, The Pro-Israel Billionare Who Ousted Macklemore? Who Is Robert Kraft, The Pro-Israel Billionare Who Ousted Macklemore? What The Fed’s Rate Hike Means For Your Wallet What The Fed’s Rate Hike Means For Your Wallet Trump Threatens EU With Tariffs Over Canada ‘Associate Membership’ Trump Threatens EU With Tariffs Over Canada ‘Associate Membership’
Special Weather Statement until FRI 5:30 PM EDT Strong Thunderstorm Bringing Gusty Winds to Southwestern Catawba and Surrounding Areas
