Author: Julia Dettmann

Kentucky: Severe Storm Advisory – April 2, 2025

Severe thunderstorms are expected across Kentucky beginning this afternoon, Wednesday, April 2, 2025, and continuing through Saturday, April 5. Storms moving from west to east may bring damaging wind gusts exceeding 70 mph, large hail, and strong, long-track tornadoes. The greatest risk is anticipated in western Kentucky, particularly during the evening and overnight hours. Additionally, heavy rainfall may lead to flash flooding, especially in central and eastern regions. Please stay weather-aware and take necessary precautions.

**If you believe your access to care may become impacted, please contact your dialysis facility directly**

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South Carolina: Severe Weather – March 31, 2025

Severe thunderstorms are expected in South Carolina today, March 31, 2025, beginning this afternoon and continuing into the evening. Storms moving from west to east may bring damaging wind gusts of at least 70 mph, large hail, and a few strong tornadoes (EF2 or higher). The greatest risk will be between 2-9 p.m., with the most severe conditions expected in central and eastern parts of the state. Please stay weather-aware and take necessary precautions.

**If you believe your access to care may become impacted, please contact your dialysis facility directly**

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North Carolina: Severe Weather – March 31, 2025

Severe thunderstorms are expected in North Carolina today, March 31, 2025, beginning this afternoon and continuing into the evening. Storms moving from west to east may bring damaging wind gusts of 60-70 mph, large hail, and isolated tornadoes. The greatest risk will be in the mountains and foothills between noon and 6 p.m., moving east into the I-77 corridor and beyond from 4-9 p.m. Please stay weather-aware and take necessary precautions.

**If you believe your access to care may become impacted, please contact your dialysis facility directly**

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Georgia: Severe Weather – March 31, 2025

Severe thunderstorms are expected in Georgia today, March 31, 2025, beginning this afternoon and continuing into the evening. Storms moving from west to east may bring damaging wind gusts, large hail, and isolated tornadoes. Areas in southern Georgia face the greatest risk between 5-8 p.m. Please stay weather-aware and take necessary precautions.

**If you believe your access to care may become impacted, please contact your dialysis facility directly**

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Kentucky: Severe Weather – March 30, 2025

Severe weather is possible in Kentucky today, March 30th, 2025, beginning this evening and continuing overnight. A line of storms moving from West to East may contain damaging winds, large hail and tornados. Please take precautions to stay safe.

**If you believe your access to care may become impacted by flooding, please contact your dialysis facility directly**

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North Carolina: Wildfires – March 24, 2025

A series of wildfires are currently impacting western North Carolina, particularly in Polk County, as of Monday, March 24, 2025. These fires, fueled by dry conditions and debris from Hurricane Helene, have led to mandatory evacuations and hazardous air quality.  A statewide burn ban is in effect, and residents in affected areas should follow evacuation orders and monitor local authorities for updates.

**If you believe your access to care may become impacted by severe weather, please contact your dialysis facility directly**

South Carolina Upstate: Wildfires – March 24, 2025

A wildfire is currently impacting Pickens County, South Carolina, as of Monday, March 24, 2025. The Table Rock Fire, which ignited on Friday, has grown to over 1,058 acres and remains uncontained, prompting mandatory evacuations in the surrounding areas. The Governor has declared a state of emergency and issued a statewide burn ban prohibiting all outdoor burning, including yard debris, prescribed burns, and campfires. Residents in affected areas should adhere to evacuation orders and monitor local authorities for updates.

**If you believe your access to care may become impacted by severe weather, please contact your dialysis facility directly**

Georgia: Severe Weather – March 14, 2025

A significant storm system is expected to impact Georgia Saturday evening, March 15, 2025, bringing severe weather conditions including strong winds, heavy rainfall, and the possibility of tornadoes. The storms will affect much of the state; however, North and Central Georgia, including the metro Atlanta area, are forecasted to experience the greatest impact. The severe weather threat is anticipated to begin Saturday afternoon and continue into the early morning hours of Sunday, March 16, 2025.

**If you believe your access to care may become impacted by severe weather, please contact your dialysis facility directly**

Kentucky: Severe Storm Warning – March 14, 2025

A significant storm system is expected to impact Kentucky this evening, March 14, 2025, bringing severe weather conditions including strong winds, heavy rainfall, and the possibility of tornadoes. Storms will span across the entire state; however, Western Kentucky is forecasted to experience the greatest impact, including but not limited to: Ballard County, Marshall County and Simpson County. Storms will continue until the early afternoon tomorrow, March 15, 2025.

**If you believe your access to care may become impacted by severe weather, please contact your dialysis facility directly**

  • Kentucky Power Outage: Map
  • National Weather Service: Website
  • Ready.gov Preparedness: Tornados
  • Ready.gov Disasters and Emergencies: Floods
  • American Red Cross: Resource 

North Carolina: Severe Weather – March 4, 2025

The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for North Carolina, effective from 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 4, through 7:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 5. Strong winds, with gusts reaching up to 45-55 mph, are expected across the region, particularly in the Piedmont and coastal areas. These conditions may lead to downed trees, power outages, and hazardous travel, especially on bridges and elevated roads. Severe thunderstorms, including the potential for tornadoes and damaging winds, are also possible. Residents should secure outdoor objects, use caution while driving, and stay weather aware as conditions develop.

**If you believe your access to care may become impacted by flooding, please contact your dialysis facility directly**

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South Carolina: Severe Weather – March 4, 2025

The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for South Carolina, effective from 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 4, through 7:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 5. Strong winds, with gusts reaching 40-50 mph, are expected across the Midlands and coastal regions. These conditions may result in scattered power outages, fallen trees, and difficult driving conditions, especially on highways and bridges. Additionally, severe thunderstorms are possible, bringing the threat of damaging winds, flash flooding, and isolated tornadoes. Residents should secure loose outdoor items, stay alert for weather updates, and exercise caution on the roads.

**If you believe your access to care may become impacted by flooding, please contact your dialysis facility directly**

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Georgia: Severe Weather Warning – March 4, 2025

The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory in Georgia, effective from 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 4, through 7:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 5. Residents can anticipate sustained winds with gusts that may reach higher speeds. These conditions could lead to severe weather, including tornados, damaging winds and power outages.

**If you believe your access to care may become impacted by flooding, please contact your dialysis facility directly**

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