RALEIGH, NC — Rain from the remnants of Isaias began spreading across North Carolina Saturday morning. So far, mostly light to occasionally moderate rain has fallen, and the forecast remains on track. The flash flooding threat stays isolated and localized across the mountains and foothills, mainly tonight into Sunday morning. An increasing risk of isolated tornadoes is also developing across central and eastern North Carolina for Sunday.
Light to Moderate Rain Spreads Statewide
Radar at 7:08 AM showed rain moving across much of North Carolina, including Raleigh, Greensboro, Charlotte, and Fayetteville. Pockets of heavier rain were showing up near Raleigh, Mount Airy, Elizabeth City, and the northern mountains.
Rain will be on and off across the state for the rest of Saturday. Heavier rain will be monitored through the afternoon and overnight hours.
Flash Flooding Risk Focused on the Mountains and Foothills
The flash flooding threat remains isolated and localized across the mountains and foothills. Not everyone will see flooding, but some pockets could develop, especially Saturday night into Sunday morning.
If heavier rain sets up along the Blue Ridge Escarpment, a limited landslide risk is possible. An isolated flooding risk exists along the coast as well, though that threat appears lower.
Gusty Winds Increase Later Saturday
Gusty winds are expected to increase later Saturday, with higher gusts possible at high elevations in the mountains. Isolated to scattered power outages are possible as winds pick up…