Saturday 8:55 p.m. Many without power in Union County Power Co-op tweeted approximatel 10,000 members without power due to a Duke line feeding three of Union Power's substations.
Saturday 7:00 p.m. Severe thunderstorm warning in effect for Cabarrus, Mecklenburg, and Union Counties until 7:45 p.m.
Saturday: As we go through the day, we will see a mix of sun and clouds, and it will be warmer, with highs in the mid to upper 70s.
Rain chances: We have the threat for more scattered showers, possibly accompanied by a rumble of thunder in the afternoon. Not everyone will see rain, but showers are possible Saturday afternoon close to the race tracks. Any rain will wind down Saturday night, creating better conditions for the All Star Race.
Sunday: We will see a mix of sun and clouds, and it will be slightly cooler, with highs in the mid-70s. We still could see a few sprinkles in the afternoon as the large storm system finally starts to clear out.
Work week: Dry conditions will return by Monday with lots of sunshine and highs in the mid-70s. Warmer weather returns by Tuesday, with highs in the low 80s.
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