Yes, they can be. North Carolina has been hit hard by a number of major tornado outbreaks.
Yes. Tornadoes occur in North Carolina, some of which can be quite strong. The most recent major event was on April 16, 2011 when 31 tornadoes hit the state, killing 24 people.
Yes. Tornadoes are not uncommon in North Carolina.
Potentially. Much of north North Carolina is at a risk of severe thunderstorms, and tornadoes have been mentioned as a threat for that day.
Yes. Tornadoes are not uncommon in North Carolina.
65 tornadoes occurred in North Carolina in 2011.
Yes. North Carolina gets both tornadoes and hurricanes.
North Carolina averages about 30 tornadoes per year.
North Carolina averages 33 tornadoes per year.
There were 26 recorded tornadoes in North Carolina in 2010.
They do pose a significant threat, particularly to areas on or near the coast. In the westernmost parts of the state, not so much.
Yes. North Carolina averages more than 30 tornadoes per year.
Tornadoes appear to be most common in the eastern and central portions of North Carolina.