Heavy rain, high winds and the threat of tornadoes will move into Charlotte and the Carolinas overnight and through Friday because Nicole, WCNC Charlotte chief meteorologist Brad Panovich said.
Panovich said Nicole, which made landfall as a hurricane in Florida early Thursday, has a straightforward track with impacts across the Carolinas and the Southeast. The storm will dump heavy rain and bring strong winds with it – and even the possibility of tornadoes.
Things to Do in Charlotte North Carolina
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Things to Do in Charlotte North Carolina
Charlotte is home to one of the largest sports teams in the country, the National Association of Stock Car Auto Racing. This professional racing organization has numerous teams in the Charlotte area, including Hendrick Motorsports, Richard Petty Motorsports, Roush-Fenway Racing, Joe Gibbs Racing, and Stewart-Haas Racing. The city is also home to a NASCAR hall of fame.
If you’re looking for something a little different, Charlotte has many great art attractions. The Bechtler Museum of Modern Art is home to nearly one million pieces of art, including works by Jasper Johns and Edgar Degas. The museum also has rotating exhibitions, and is open to the public every day but Tuesday. It’s also open on Sundays from noon to 5 p.m.
The Charlotte Museum of History is another interesting attraction for visitors. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., this museum features exhibits that focus on the area’s history. Admission is $7 for adults and $7 for children six-17. Senior citizens 62 and over are also welcome. If you’re looking for something a little more fun, you can visit the DefyGravity Trampoline Sports Park. This attraction is one of the most energetic and exciting attractions in the city.
You can also visit a local brewery while in Charlotte. The city is home to many craft breweries. If you’re a beer drinker, you’ll want to check out the Divine Barrel Brewing or Olde Mecklenburg Brewery. Both offer tours and tastings. If you enjoy craft beer, you’ll appreciate the care that goes into making it. A brewery can be a magical place to visit.