Solak

Well, I thought it was supposed to be less mugly today, but it's currently 86/79 out there at noon.

Just dumped 1.48" out of the gauge. If we get the expected rains from the TS (models say 2-4", 3-5") it's going to be pretty soggy by mid week around here.

Finally getting a nice storm here too. Somewhere around/over an inch so far. Temp dropped from 90 to 75! Sweet!

Still a pretty ragged mess. Once it gets off the shredder islands, it may become more interesting. Definitely not vertically stacked at the moment.

Maxed out at 95/73 = 105 again today. A few sprinkles this evening with an outflow.

Today's dramatic headline, courtesy of CBS News. Relentless heat wave to bake the U.S. for "multiple weeks"

I guess this is good news? RAH this morning: Nothing Earth shattering in the extended forecast,

Current RAH forecast here has a chance of showers/storms every day through next Tuesday. Going to get muggy again.

* Tornado Warning for... North central Harnett County in central North Carolina... Southwestern Wake County in central North Carolina... East central Chatham County in central North Carolina... * Until 545 PM EDT. * At 454 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Angier, or 12 miles northeast of Lillington, moving northwest at 20 mph. HAZARD...Tornado. SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation. IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely. * This dangerous storm will be near... Fuquay-Varina around 510 PM EDT. Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include Crosswinds Boating Center, Jordan Lake State Rec Area, Seaforth Boat Dock, Crosswinds Campground and New Hill.

My wife and I are both over 65 and both considered high risk, not just because of age, but underlying issued as well. With my wife being somewhat disabled, it adds another dimension. If I should get the virus and have to self quarantine, she couldn't take care of a lot of her basic needs - preparing meals, bathing, laundry, etc. While I'm concerned for my own well being, my bigger fear is possibly bringing it back to her. Locally, our cases are relatively small compared to many other areas in the state. Still, I'll continue to practice the safety suggestions when I go out, and continue to limit my trips out shopping.

That line sure was moving along. From Charlotte to off the coast in 5 hours.

556 PM EDT Fri May 22 2020 The National Weather Service in Raleigh has issued a * Tornado Warning for... Southeastern Moore County in central North Carolina... Southwestern Harnett County in central North Carolina... South central Lee County in central North Carolina... Northwestern Hoke County in central North Carolina... * Until 630 PM EDT. * At 556 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Southern Pines, moving northeast at 50 mph. HAZARD...Tornado. SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation. IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely. * This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of southeastern Moore, southwestern Harnett, south central Lee and northwestern Hoke Counties, including the following locations... Taylortown, Olivia, Pineview, Vass and Whispering Pines.

Huge tree down on 2 cars.

Brad P said 70mph winds reported there.

Tornado warning cancelled