NORTH CAROLINA, USA — Tropical Storm Debby brought horrible wind and rain to the Carolinas Thursday, but will be heading out by early Friday morning. After that, conditions will improve on into the weekend. The WFMY News 2 Weather Team is tracking it for you.
NOW A TROPICAL DEPRESSION IN NC
As of 5pm Thursday, Debby weakened to a tropical depression. This means the winds are much weaker than before and no longer a big issue. It is still a rainstorm that brings occasional very heavy rain through the evening hours.
The storm center was located east of Charlotte and heading into the Triad area at 5pm.
THURSDAY LATE NIGHT
The heaviest rain will come to an end late night on Thursday. This is when we will get a chance to catch our breath. Showers will taper off closer to Friday morning.
FRIDAY MORNING
There will be clearing on Friday morning, not only bringing an end to the rain but also the possibility of seeing some sunshine across our area. This will be when cleanup from any flood or wind problems can begin.
BE SAFE OUT THERE!
Thursday is a day to take the weather seriously. Widespread rainfall and downed trees make for dangerous conditions in spots.
- 3 to 6 inches of rain are likely across the whole Piedmont area
- Flash flooding is likely in spots, especially those that tend to flood in heavy rain
- Don't pass through high water on any roads
- Gusty winds of 30-40 mph will cause some downed trees and power outages
- There is a low risk of tornadoes, mainly east of Greensboro
- Conditions improve Friday morning
