Power restored in Brier Creek after downed power line

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- Thousands were without power in Raleigh and the Brier Creek area after a downed power line that could take hours to repair.

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Thursday morning saw heavy rain move through the area causing hazardous driving conditions.

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Wet and unsettled conditions will continue Thursday as the next front approaches. An isolated thunderstorm may develop, but there are no severe concerns.

After the band passes, clouds linger most of the day and then clear out in the evening. Friday looks bright but rather chilly near 50.

Looking Ahead

The Weekend: Clouds return Saturday with a chance for showers in the afternoon, with more likely overnight and through Sunday.

It will be rather windy Sunday with gusts of more than 30 mph from the southwest. It should warm up to the mid- to upper 60s so the threat of wintry mix will be gone for now.