August 2022 – Page 9 – Weather Preppers

Pender County wildfire now 65 percent contained, still 1,226 acres

Posted on August 17, 2022August 17, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

August 17, 2022 (Photo: Andrew Chappell) PENDER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — Crews in Pender County continue to hold the Holly Shelter Game Land wildfire to 1,226 acres and have now contained 65 percent of the blaze. The fire has remained the same size for days and crews continue to closely monitor the weather as significant heat continues to linger within the fire area. As fire containment continues to increase, the NC Forest Service says certain…

Today on Texas Standard: How Houston is using nature to combat flooding

Posted on August 17, 2022August 17, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Several major flood projects in Houston have relied on using concrete to quickly channel water into the bay. But nature can also play a key role in slowing down, absorbing and filtering floodwaters. By Texas StandardAugust 17, 2022 9:34 amTexas Standard Original, Whole Shows

Pender County wildfire remains 1,226 acres, now 53 percent contained

Posted on August 16, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

August 16, 2022 (Photo: NC Forest Service) PENDER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — Crews battling the Holly Shelter Game Land wildfire continue to gain ground on the blaze. The latest update shows the wildfire is now 53 percent contained, despite remaining at 1,226 acres in size. Officials say Monday night’s rainfall helped deliver half and inch of rain on the fire area, which helped to extinguish some of the fire. Despite the progress, crews say they…

Flood control goes green: How Houston is using nature to combat flooding

Posted on August 16, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Lucio Vasquez / Houston Public Media An aerial view of Exploration Green in Clear Lake. Listen To embed this piece of audio in your site, please use this code: <iframe src=”https://embed.hpm.io/430816/430535″ style=”height: 115px; width: 100%;”></iframe> On a muggy Monday morning at Exploration Green in Clear Lake, walkers are on trails that meander along natural-looking ponds. Red-winged Blackbirds chirp in the distance and rabbits hide in the tall grasses and reeds. It’s a public greenspace and…

'It's like a raging river' | Charlotte neighbors seeking solutions to flooding issues they say are caused by Charlotte Metro Credit Union

Posted on August 16, 2022August 16, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Charlotte Metro Credit Union is building a new branch in the Elizabeth neighborhood but residents claim the new construction is disrupting the area’s water flow. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — When it rains, it pours. But in parts of Charlotte’s Elizabeth neighborhood it also floods. For nearly 20 years, neighbors like Joe Duke who live along Sunnyside Avenue say they have been dealing with flooding and poor drainage issues. Neighbors say it’s connected to Charlotte Metro Credit…

Severe storms could bring heavy rain, damaging winds to start the week

Posted on August 15, 2022August 15, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

7 minutes ago RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) — It will be a wet start to the week with the chance of severe weather Monday. There is a level 2 of 5 risk for strong to severe storms. The strongest storms will be capable of damaging winds and large hail. An isolated tornado is also possible. There is a risk for heavy rain and severe storms starting Monday afternoon and heading into early Tuesday. Drier weather should…

5 things to know today, including hurricane season's typical peak

Posted on August 15, 2022August 15, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Pender County wildfire 43% contained

Posted on August 14, 2022August 15, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

More than 80 operations and administrative personel involved August 14, 2022 PENDER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) – Crews continue to battle a wildfire in the Holly Shelter Game Lands. The Juniper Road Two Fire started August 2 from a lightning strike, and covers more than 1,200 acres. Despite the inch of rainfall from Friday, fire crews continue to work on putting out the fire. More than 30 personnel on the ground faced with challenges, according to…

Water pours from casino ceilings as Las Vegas hit with more flooding

Posted on August 13, 2022August 13, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

At least two people have died after another round of intense lightning and thunderstorms flooded parts of southern Nevada. LAS VEGAS — The most “restless” summer monsoon season in a decade became deadly Thursday, as intense lightning and thunderstorms flooded parts of southern Nevada and a leaky ceiling forced table games to stop at one Las Vegas Strip casino. A man’s body was found Friday by public works crews and firefighters removing debris from a…

Rain pours into some Las Vegas casinos and floods streets in wettest monsoon season in decade

Posted on August 12, 2022August 12, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

LAS VEGAS — Heavy rain poured into Las Vegas casinos and flooded streets Thursday night as the wettest monsoon season in a decade helps alleviate the West’s severe drought — but also causes significant damage. Rainwater poured in through a ceiling at Planet Hollywood casino, as seen in video posted by CNN affiliate KTNV, which reported 114 power outages in Clark County affecting some 12,000 people. Rain is possible again Friday, with a slightly higher…

320-acre wildfire in Bastrop County now 10% contained

Posted on August 12, 2022August 12, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

Some evacuations were ordered in the area, but all evacuations have been lifted as of Friday morning. BASTROP, Texas — A five-acre wildfire in Bastrop County has grown to 320 acres, according to the Bastrop County Office of Emergency Management and the Texas A&M Forest Service. It is around 10% contained as of Friday morning. The Pine Pond fire was first reported Thursday afternoon just before 3 p.m. in the 500 block of Old Antioch…

Pender County wildfire spans 1,230 acres, 25% contained

Posted on August 12, 2022August 12, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

August 12, 2022 (Photo: Andrew Chappell) PENDER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — The wildfire in the Holly Shelter Game Land started by a lightning strike on August 2nd isn’t quite as large as originally thought. While still only 25 percent contained as of this morning, the NC Forest Service says more accurate mapping revealed the fire isn’t over 2,000 acres, instead spanning around 1,230 acres. Yesterday, fire personnel say they continued to strengthen existing containment lines…

Pender County wildfire remains 25% contained

Posted on August 11, 2022August 12, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

August 11, 2022 PENDER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) – A large wildfire continues to burn in Pender County, and now spans at least 2,000 acres. What is now being called the Juniper Road 2 Fire is slowly headed east toward highway 50, crews working hard to contain it. According to the North Carolina Forest Service no buildings or people are in danger but are hopeful some rain Friday may help to douse the fire imprint. As…

35-acre wildfire reported in Bastrop County off of Old Antioch Road

Posted on August 11, 2022August 11, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

The fire was first reported Thursday afternoon off of Old Antioch Road. At first report, the fire was moving slowly south-southeast from its origin point. At this time, no structures are threatened and there are no evacuations planned. As of 5:05 p.m., forward progression has not been stopped. Dozers and hand crews are working on containment lines, officials said. Responding agencies include the Heart of Pines Fire Volunteer Fire Department (VFD), the Smithville VFD, Bastrop…

Pender County wildfire grows to over 2,000 acres, nearing Highway 50

Posted on August 11, 2022August 11, 2022 by WeatherPreppers

August 11, 2022 (Photo: Andrew Chappell) PENDER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — A wildfire that was first reported to be affecting 150 acres on Wednesday in rural Pender County has now grown by over 10 times. The NC Forest Service is reporting the Holly Shelter Game Land fire has increased to over 2,000 acres of the game land’s 63,000 acres. Officials say the fire is just 25 percent contained and is around 2 miles from NC…

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