damaging wind gusts
Coverage of damaging wind gusts in the Nexus archive.
- Strong to severe storms possible as cold front moves into Charlotte region
A cold front is expected to bring strong to severe storms to the Charlotte region on Tuesday afternoon and evening, with damaging wind gusts, hail, and a possible tornado. Temperatures will peak in the mid-90s, followed by drier, more seasonable conditions mid-week and a return to humidity and storm chances by the weekend.
- FORECAST: Strong storms possible Tuesday with damaging winds, hail
Strong to severe storms are possible Tuesday with damaging wind gusts and large hail as the primary threats. The forecast depends on morning weather conditions, with potential for reduced risk if showers occur or increased severity if skies remain sunny. After the storm system passes, typical summer weather with high 90s temperatures is expected.
- July 27: Strong thunderstorms expected to rumble through South Florida today
Strong thunderstorms with damaging wind gusts, frequent lightning, and heavy rain are expected in South Florida today due to high moisture and heat in the 90s. Rain chances will decrease later in the week as drier air moves in, leading to hotter than average temperatures in the middle 90s.
- Quiet Weather Through Saturday Before Heat, Humidity and Storm Chances Return
Metro Detroit will experience dry, comfortable weather through Saturday with temperatures near seasonal averages. Starting Sunday, heat and humidity will increase, leading to high temperatures in the 90s and potential thunderstorms. A stronger weather system on Monday could bring widespread severe thunderstorms with damaging winds and heavy rain.
- Tropical Storm Bertha drifts toward land as Hurricane Fausto forms in the eastern Pacific
Tropical Storm Bertha formed in the Gulf of Mexico south of the Florida Panhandle and is drifting toward coastal areas with threats of heavy rain, storm surge, and damaging wind gusts. Meanwhile, Hurricane Fausto has formed in the eastern Pacific.
- Air Quality Alert Continues Today; Overnight Severe Storm Threat Develops Across Southeast Michigan
An Air Quality Alert persists in Southeast Michigan due to Canadian wildfire smoke, with hazy skies expected today. Severe thunderstorms are forecast overnight into early Tuesday, posing risks of damaging winds, heavy rain, and isolated hail or tornadoes. Drier and cooler weather is anticipated by Tuesday afternoon.
- More than 40 million at risk as Mid-Atlantic braces for severe storms
Over 40 million people in the Mid-Atlantic region are at risk as severe storms threaten damaging wind gusts and potential localized flash flooding.
- Wildfire Smoke Lingers Across Michigan Today; Cooler Air Arrives Before Storm Chances Return
A statewide Air Quality Alert due to Canadian wildfire smoke persists in Michigan, with smoke concentrations expected to decrease by evening. Cooler air is moving in, but storms with potential severe weather are forecasted for early next week.
- Wildfire Smoke Continues to Impact Metro Detroit; Severe Storm Risk Returns Saturday
Wildfire smoke from Canada has led to very unhealthy to hazardous air quality in Metro Detroit and Southeast Michigan, prompting health advisories. Severe thunderstorms with damaging wind gusts and lightning are expected on Saturday, followed by cooler weather and improved air quality by Sunday.
- More 90s over the weekend with chance of evening showers and storms
The weekend weather is expected to bring temperatures in the 90s with a low risk of severe conditions. Evening showers and storms are possible, with damaging wind gusts identified as the main threat.
- Rain, thunderstorms approaching the Charlotte region: First Alert forecast here
Severe thunderstorms with damaging wind gusts and hail are expected in the Charlotte region through the evening. Temperatures will peak in the upper 80s Tuesday and Wednesday before rising to the mid-90s by the weekend, with isolated storms possible. WBTV provides ongoing weather alerts and forecasts.
- Severe storms developing ahead of a nice weekend – Chris
Severe storms with large hail and damaging winds are developing in Minnesota tonight, with a Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect until 8 PM. The weekend is expected to bring pleasant weather with partly cloudy skies and highs in the 70s.