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The Queen City News Pinpoint Weather team breaks down the weather headlines and the why and how of various meteorological phenomena.

  1. May 5

    Wildfire Threat Lowers, Burn Bans Start Getting Lifted

    Meteorologist Brandon Lawson brings on Philip Jackson with the NC Forest Service to talk about what the indicators are for issuing burn bans in North Carolina and why some counties still remain under the burn ban.

    26 min

  2. Apr 29

    Hydroelectric Energy Effected By Drought Conditions

    Meteorologist Brandon Lawson goes into the field to meet up with Brett Hartis at Cowans Ford Hydroelectric Station in Huntersville to talk about how the drought has effected the use of the station and the power it produces. Brandon also gives updates on the drought conditions and water restrictions in the Charlotte area.

    24 min

  3. Apr 15

    El Niño, Hurricane And Warm Weather Forecasts For 2026

    Meteorologists Brandon Lawson and Andrew Brightman talk to Dr. Levi Silvers about the potential for an El Niño this year. They also discuss hurricane season and the likelihood of 2026 being the hottest year on record.

    27 min

  4. Apr 8

    Stay Away From The Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt

    Meteorologist Brandon Lawson talks with Dr. Matthieu Le Henaff about spring break and why you should stay away from The Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt when you head to the beach. Brandon also gives up an update on the North Carolina drought conditions

    24 min

  5. Apr 1

    Artemis II Launch Day Weather And Strong El Niño Likely

    Meteorologist Brandon Lawson talks about the March rain totals, the likelihood of a very strong El Niño and the Artemis II launch.

    26 min

  6. Mar 25

    Betting On The Weather

    Meteorologists Brandon Lawson and Andrew Brightman talk with Dr. Hallie Lieberman about prediction markets and betting on the weather.

    25 min

  7. Mar 18

    Atando Tornado And Measuring Pollen

    Meteorologist Brandon Lawson talks with Shawn Taylor about pollen and how its collected and measured. Brandon also talks about the Atando Tornado

    22 min

  8. Mar 11

    Tornadoes And The Storm Prediction Center

    Meteorologist Brandon Lawson talks about the tornadoes that hit Michigan and Illinois and how the intensity of these tornadoes are measured.

    26 min
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The Queen City News Pinpoint Weather team breaks down the weather headlines and the why and how of various meteorological phenomena.

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