Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southwestern Rowan, Northwestern Cabarrus, and Southeastern Iredell Counties

Published: June 26, 2025 | Rowan County Weather

The National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for parts of Rowan, Cabarrus, and Iredell counties as a dangerous storm impacts the region.

Warning Details

• Issued: 6:42 PM EDT

• Expires: 7:45 PM EDT

• Storm Location: Near Enochville, about 5 miles northwest of Kannapolis

• Storm Motion: Nearly stationary

Hazards

• Wind gusts up to 60 mph

• Quarter-size hail (1.00")

Expected Impacts

• Minor hail damage to vehicles

• Potential wind damage to trees and power lines

• Brief periods of intense lightning and heavy rain

Areas Under the Warning

• Southwestern Rowan County: Enochville, Landis, and areas near the Iredell County line

• Northwestern Cabarrus County: Kannapolis and surrounding communities

• Southeastern Iredell County: Mooresville and Coddle Creek Reservoir area

This storm is nearly stationary, meaning it may linger over affected areas for an extended period. Residents in the warning zone should take shelter immediately inside a sturdy building, preferably in an interior room away from windows.

What to Do

• Stay indoors until the storm has passed

• Avoid driving unless necessary

• Secure outdoor items that could become projectiles

• Report storm impacts (wind damage, hail, flooding) to the National Weather Service at 1-800-267-8101 or via social media using #NWSGSP

Rowan County Weather is actively monitoring this storm and will provide updates as conditions change or additional warnings are issued.

Stay weather-aware and take this storm seriously.