Severe storms push through central North Carolina toppling trees, causing flooding

Severe storms popped up Friday afternoon in central North Carolina.

From about 2-5 p.m. multiple severe storms pushed through Durham, Orange, Franklin and Wake counties. The storms brought heavy rain, lots of lightning and strong wind gusts.

Several trees were toppled and multiple fires sparked, including one that damaged three homes in Northwest Raleigh.

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What's ahead for the weekend

Labor Day Weekend got off to a rough start in central North Carolina. The unsettled weather pattern will persist throughout the weekend.

The ABC11 viewing area can expect a few late storms Saturday. There is also a high chance of scattered thunderstorms Sunday, primarily in the afternoon and evening.

The weekend will be hot and humid, with highs ranging from the low to mid-90s. However, temperatures are expected to decrease next week, with highs in the upper 70s and low 80s.