SOUTH CAROLINA & NORTH CAROLINA — A rare and potentially dangerous winter weather phenomenon known as thunder-ice is expected to develop Sunday evening as the strongest portion of a major winter storm moves through the Carolinas, according to forecast imagery and timing data.
Meteorologists warn that areas still locked below freezing could see heavy freezing rain combined with thunder and lightning, an unusual setup that significantly increases the risk of power outages, falling trees, and extremely hazardous travel conditions.
Freezing Rain and Lightning Possible From the Upstate Into Central North Carolina…