Thunderstorms developed well west of the area during the afternoon. The environment was characterized by high moisture content and strong instability.
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Thunderstorms developed well west of the area during the afternoon. The environment was characterized by high moisture content and strong instability. After nightfall, the storms began a weakening trend as they reached the area.
The Raleigh/Durham radar (KRAX), 110 km away, was scanning. The volume nearest the first event began at 03:43 UTC.
1 thunderstorm wind. Local standard time, as filed.
A tree was reported down along Highway 71. The time was estimated based on radar data.
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