Severe weather triggers heavy rain, downed trees, and flood threats across central NC: Live Updates

Fayetteville and other parts of the Sandhills saw torrential rain fall around noon.

The rain eased later in the afternoon, but more precipitation was expected through Harnett and Cumberland counties.

After torrential rain in the late morning and early afternoon caused problems in the Sandhills, precipitation eased in the late afternoon before another band of wet weather.

Fayetteville officials said they responded to eight car crashes during the heaviest rain time, noon to 1 p.m.

Emergency Management coordinator Laura Smith said there are some steps homeowners can take to reduce the risk of damage during severe weather.

"Some of the simple things that folks can do to keep their homes and neighborhood safe is just to make sure that their storm drains are clear around their homes, whether you have your regular trash litter, grass clippings, anything that could prevent the water from flowing like as it should," Smith said.

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Conditions have improved markedly in Holly Springs, where earlier flash flooding forced a road to close.

New Hill Road was closed at White Oak Creek between Cateswood Court, southeast of Friendship Road, and Stonender Way was closed because of flash flooding.

Conditions have improved markedly in Holly Springs, where earlier flash flooding forced a road to close.

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Drivers who see standing water are urged to turn around rather than attempt to drive through floodwaters.

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The Streets at Southpoint and businesses along Renaissance Parkway and Fayetteville Street in Durham are experiencing a power outage.

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Flash Flood Warning issued for Cumberland, Harnett, Hoke, Johnston, Moore, Sampson, and Wayne until 3 p.m.