FORECAST: Flash flood warning issued for Mecklenburg County, more than 400 flights delayed

A flash flood warning is in effect for Mecklenburg County until 11:30 p.m.

Over 2 inches of rain have been estimated in some spots, and urban flooding is occurring.

Residents are encouraged to be careful if they have to be out and remember to turn around, don’t drown.

A viewer also captured photos of downed trees in the Stanly County area earlier in the evening.

Trees down, blocking 24/27 as you enter the area. They diverting traffic through downtown which has some flooding. pic.twitter.com/TmGtbM5eg3
— Jason Skeen (@skejas) June 12, 2025

More than 400 flights have been delayed due to the strong storms at Charlotte Douglas International Airport.

At least 100 flights were also canceled. A ground stop has been issued until 11:30 p.m.

FORECAST:

We are tracking a few pop-up showers and storms this afternoon.
The greatest coverage of storms will be in the mountains and foothills. Heavy downpours are likely with anything that pops up.
We’ll keep the chance for a few storms in the forecast tonight as we gradually dry out into tomorrow morning.
Friday features morning lows near 70 and high temperatures back in the middle 80s. The humidity will make it feel closer to 90.
Pop-up showers and storm chances return tomorrow afternoon and will continue daily through early next week.

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