Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro, Durham and Winston-Salem are also in the zone. Hazards: The main concern will be damaging straight-line gusts up to 60 mph. An isolated tornado can’t be ruled out.

While no tornado warning will actually be issued, the drill will be broadcast on NOAA weather radio and through the Emergency Alert System. The National Weather Service in Raleigh states, “if ...

The National Weather Service in Raleigh has issued a winter weather advisory for a few counties in central North Carolina.