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What is a severe weather risk and how accurate is it in North Carolina?

Posted on April 30, 2025April 30, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

What is a severe weather risk and how accurate is it in North Carolina? As we continue the severe weather season in North Carolina, I wanted to update our Triangle severe weather research with updated data from the last five years. This is useful for decision making in the WRAL Severe Weather Center – but it may also be useful for you. Severe weather can impact a lot – your yardwork, outdoor events and festivals,…

Here’s how Austin-area leaders are preparing for wildfire threats this summer

Posted on April 29, 2025April 30, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Austin ranks among the worst major cities in the country for wildfire risk. AUSTIN, Texas — Once officials begin heeding the warning of fire danger is when Austinites should know that summer is fast-approaching. Leaders with the city of Austin, Travis County and local fire chiefs got together Tuesday to talk about the increased threats and reiterated the importance of having a plan when a fire sparks nearby. Austin Mayor Kirk Watson said the city…

Harris County sues Trump administration, cites threat to hurricane season preparedness

Posted on April 29, 2025April 29, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Harris County leaders announced a lawsuit against the Trump administration over its federal reorganization. HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo and County Attorney Christian Menefee held a news conference Tuesday morning to announce a lawsuit against the Trump administration. The officials said the legal action is in response to what they describe as an unlawful reorganization of the federal government. According to Hidalgo and Menefee, the restructuring efforts have already triggered mass…

Prescribed burn in Morrow Mountain aims to prevent future wildfires

Posted on April 29, 2025April 29, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

NC Forest Service is conducting a 720-acre controlled burn in Morrow Mountain State Park in Stanly County. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Fire officials are conducting a prescribed fire in Morrow Mountain State Park in Albemarle on Tuesday. The 720-acre fire was intentionally started on Tuesday to prevent future wildfires in Stanly county. “The burn objective is to reduce hazardous fuels as previous wildfires in the park have been difficult to contain due to steep and rugged…

Prescribed burns aim to prevent wildfires in Stanly County

Posted on April 29, 2025April 29, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

NC Forest Service is conducting a 720-acre controlled burn in Morrow Mountain State Park in Stanly County. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Fire officials are conducting a prescribed fires in Morrow Mountain State Park in Albemarle on Tuesday. The 720-acre fire was intentionally started on Tuesday to prevent future wildfires in Stanly county. “The burn objective is to reduce hazardous fuels as previous wildfires in the park have been difficult to contain due to steep and rugged…

Prepare for hurricane season with the Town of Leland Hurricane Expo

Posted on April 29, 2025April 29, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

8 minutes ago FILE: The 2024 Hurricane Expo was held at the Leland Cultural Arts Center on Saturday. (Photo: WWAY) LELAND, NC (WWAY) — The Town of Leland invites community members to attend the 5th annual Hurricane Expo. It will take place on Saturday June 14, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Leland Cultural Arts Center, located at 1212 Magnolia Village Way. The Hurricane Expo provides residents with an opportunity to learn how to…

Harris County lawsuit cites threat to hurricane season preparedness

Posted on April 29, 2025April 29, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo and County Attorney Christian Menefee are expected to hold a press conference Tuesday morning to announce a lawsuit against the Trump administration. The officials say the legal action is in response to what they describe as an unlawful reorganization of the federal government. The press conference is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. According to Hidalgo and Menefee, the restructuring efforts have already triggered mass layoffs across federal…

Prescribed burns aim to prevent wildfires in Anson County

Posted on April 28, 2025April 28, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Fire officials in Anson County, NC, are conducting three prescribed burns to reduce wildfire risk. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Fire officials are conducting three prescribed fires in Anson County, North Carolina. The fires are 25, 75 and 90 acres in size. The 25-acre fire is burning just north of Lilesville between US 74 and North Carolina State Route 109. It is highly visible from the WCNC weather camera and is streaming on WCNC+. The 90-acre fire…

Prescribed fires burning in Anson County

Posted on April 28, 2025April 28, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

National memorial to honor NC firefighter who died on duty during Hurricane Helene

Posted on April 26, 2025April 26, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

The Memorial Weekend will honor firefighters, including Tony Ray Garrison, who died during Hurricane Helene. FAIRVIEW, N.C. — A North Carolina firefighter who died during Hurricane Helene will be honored during the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend. This year’s national tribute will honor 70 firefighters who died in the line of duty in 2024 and 70 firefighters who died in previous years. Among the honorees is Battalion Chief Tony Ray Garrison of the Fairview Volunteer…

Gov. Josh Stein extends State of Emergency for western NC wildfires

Posted on April 26, 2025April 26, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein has extended the State of Emergency for the western North Carolina wildfires. The State of Emergency extension will last for 30 days in 34 counties. State Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler said the North Carolina Forest Service has responded to more than 2,300 wildfire incidents that involved more than 23,000 acres in March and April. “I appreciate all of the first responders, emergency managers, state forest rangers, and state and local officials working…

Gov. Stein extends state of emergency for NC wildfire threat

Posted on April 26, 2025April 26, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Governor Josh Stein has extended the State of Emergency for 34 counties in North Carolina due to ongoing wildfire threats. ASHEVILLE, N.C. — Governor Josh Stein extended the state of emergency for western North Carolina wildfires in 34 counties for an additional 30 days, his office announced Saturday. This extension aims to ensure that the State Emergency Response Team has all necessary resources to continue protecting people and property from the ongoing wildfire threat, Stein…

Governor Stein extends state of emergency for NC wildfire threat

Posted on April 26, 2025April 26, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Governor Stein extends emergency in 34 NC counties amid wildfire threat

Posted on April 26, 2025April 26, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Texans can buy emergency preparation supplies tax-free April 26-28 ahead of severe weather season

Posted on April 26, 2025April 26, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Texans are expected to save $2.3 million during the emergency supplies tax break, which includes items like generators, fuel containers, and flashlights. TEXAS, USA — With severe weather season approaching, Texans can buy emergency preparation supplies tax-free from April 26 to 28 during the state’s annual sales tax holiday. The tax-free period begins at 12:01 a.m. Saturday, April 26 and ends at midnight Monday, April 28. Shoppers are expected to save approximately $2.3 million in…

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