North Carolina tornado warning: Charlotte, Mooresville, Denver, Huntersville, Cornelius on alert

A tornado warning has been issued for parts of NC until 1:00 a.m. EDT Sunday. Lake Norman, Charlotte, Mooresville, Huntersville, and Cornelius are on alert.

Updated on: May 4, 2025, 10:36:50 IST

By Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan

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A tornado warning has been issued in North Carolina, placing Charlotte, Mooresville, Denver, Huntersville, and Cornelius on high alert.

A tornado warning has been issued in North Carolina. (PIxabay)

According to the National Weather Service (NWS), the warning remains in effect for eastern Lincoln, south-central Iredell, and northwestern Mecklenburg counties until 1:00 a.m. EDT Sunday.

“As of 12:39 AM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located about 10 miles northwest of Huntersville, near Westport, moving east at 35 mph,” NWS reported.

The storm is expected to impact Lake Norman, Westport, Cornelius, and Davidson. Others areas that may be affected include Lowesville and Doolie.

NWS warned: “Flying debris will be dangerous to those without shelter. Mobile homes may be damaged or destroyed. Expect damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles. Tree damage is likely.”

This is a breaking news story and will be updated with more information

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Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan
Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan leads the US Desk at Hindustan Times, where she writes, strategises coverage, and ensures quality across all beats. With eight years of experience covering US news for leading publications, she has reported extensively on politics, entertainment, and sports. Vaishnavi holds a graduate degree in English, Journalism, and Psychology, and completed her PG Diploma in Broadcast Journalism from the Manorama School of Communication, where she was awarded the prestigious Mammen Mappillai Award for Best Outgoing Student. She began her career at the International Business Times (US Edition), covering US breaking news, politics, and entertainment. She later joined Opoyi, reporting across all beats, including US sports and trending stories. Prior to Hindustan Times, she served as World Lead at Times Now News, covering comprehensive world news and events. Vaishnavi has expertise in politics, entertainment, and breaking news, and enjoys tackling stories across a wide range of topics. Beyond the newsroom, she is an avid traveller, a foodie who loves exploring new restaurants, and a pop culture enthusiast who enjoys watching latest shows and films. She also enjoys engaging in debates and discussions on Reddit.Read More

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