Scattered convection impacted central North Carolina as a deep upper level trough and associated strong surface cold front approached and crossed the area. Strong moisture transport resulted in above normal precipitable water values and this, combined with the ultimate training of the storms, lead to flash flooding as many areas received 2-4 inches of rain, with isolated amounts up to 5-6 inches. In addition, some isolated wind damage occurred and as a secondary area of low pressure developed and tracked along the front, an isolated tornado formed. This EF1 tornado uprooted numerous trees, causing substantial property damage near Durham, North Carolina.

Tornado in DURHAM, NORTH CAROLINA
From 15-MAY-14 17:10:00 to 15-MAY-14 17:13:00 (EST-5)
Location: HOPE VLY
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 250.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A storm survey confirmed an EF-1 tornado near Durham. Damage consisted of dozens of snapped and uprooted trees and approximately 40 homes that experienced roof or other structural damage. Most of the damage to the homes was caused by falling trees and other debris. However, there were at least a half a dozen homes that experienced minor roof damage solely from the wind. In one case, a large oak tree was uprooted and fell onto a home, slicing through the roof and an exterior wall.

Flash Flood in PERSON, NORTH CAROLINA
From 15-MAY-14 19:00:00 to 16-MAY-14 01:55:00 (EST-5)
Location: HURDLE MILLS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Several roads were barricaded due to high water in the Timberlake area.

Thunderstorm Wind in PERSON, NORTH CAROLINA
From 15-MAY-14 17:52:00 to 15-MAY-14 17:52:00 (EST-5)
Location: MT TIRZAH
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

There was minor damage to an outbuilding and a few trees were blown down south of Surl, near the Durham County line.

Flash Flood in PERSON, NORTH CAROLINA
From 16-MAY-14 00:10:00 to 16-MAY-14 01:55:00 (EST-5)
Location: HELENA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Antioch Church Road at Lucy Garret Road was closed due to high water.

Flash Flood in WAKE, NORTH CAROLINA
From 15-MAY-14 22:15:00 to 16-MAY-14 01:40:00 (EST-5)
Location: APEX
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Highway 55 near South Salem Street in Apex was closed due to high water. Observations indicated that 3-5 inches of rain fell throughout the county, with isolated amounts up to 6 inches.

Flash Flood in WAKE, NORTH CAROLINA
From 15-MAY-14 23:00:00 to 16-MAY-14 04:40:00 (EST-5)
Location: LEESVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

All but one lane of Glenwood Avenue had to be closed near Lynn Road due to high water. Observations indicated that 3-5 inches of rain fell throughout the county, with isolated amounts up to 6 inches.

Flash Flood in DURHAM, NORTH CAROLINA
From 15-MAY-14 22:30:00 to 16-MAY-14 02:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: FEW
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Odessy Road was closed near the intersection of Penrith Drive due to a creek coming out of its bank. Observations indicated that 2-4 inches of rain fell throughout the county, with isolated amounts up to 5 inches.

Flash Flood in WAKE, NORTH CAROLINA
From 15-MAY-14 16:05:00 to 15-MAY-14 17:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: WILDERS GROVE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Southall Road in Raleigh was closed due to heavy rain. Observations indicated that 2-4 inches of rain fell in a short period of time across this area.

Flash Flood in ORANGE, NORTH CAROLINA
From 15-MAY-14 17:50:00 to 16-MAY-14 02:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: CHAPEL HILL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Bolin Creek was out of its banks, impacting Umstead Drive. In fact, the road was impassible and eventually had to be closed due to the flooding. In addition, some of the Camelot Village Apartments on Estes Drive (located near Bolin Creek) had to be evacuated. Observations indicated that 3-5 inches of rain fell throughout the county.

Flash Flood in ORANGE, NORTH CAROLINA
From 15-MAY-14 20:45:00 to 16-MAY-14 02:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: GLENN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

An overflowing pond washed out a section of West Cornwallis Road near the intersection of Owls Wood Lane. Observations indicated that 3-5 inches of rain fell throughout the county.

Flash Flood in WAKE, NORTH CAROLINA
From 15-MAY-14 21:07:00 to 16-MAY-14 04:40:00 (EST-5)
Location: MILLBROOK
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

A foot of flowing water was impacting Atlantic Avenue near New Hope Road. Observations indicated that 3-5 inches of rain fell throughout the county, with isolated amounts up to 6 inches.