The severe storms have left thousands of residents in western North Carolina without power, with outages persisting into Wednesday. Businesses along Weaverville Road in Woodfin are particularly affected, as flooding forces closures and results in financial losses due to unsellable fresh food. The clogged drainage system poses a recurring risk during heavy rainfall, impacting both transportation and local commerce. Tornado warnings issued during the storms highlight the potential for further severe weather events in the region.