This day in history: Deadly EF-4 tornado rips through Raleigh, killing 4

This day in history: Deadly EF-4 tornado rips through Raleigh, killing 4

RALEIGH, N.C. — On Nov. 28, 1988, a deadly EF-4 tornado ripped through Raleigh. It has been 34 years since the tornado touched down around 1 a.m. near Umstead State Park and Ebenezer Church Road, flattening a Kmart and destroying Asbury United Methodist Church. No severe thunderstorm or tornado watches or warnings had been issued for Wake County. The tornado remained on the ground for more than 80 miles, leaving destruction in several counties, including…

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Minor coastal flooding expected along beaches, downtown Wilmington

Minor coastal flooding expected along beaches, downtown Wilmington

November 25, 2022 Minor flooding in typical flood hotspots is expected through Sunday morning due to high tides (Photo: WWAY – File) WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Minor street flooding has been reported in parts of the Cape Fear the last two days. According to the National Weather Service, similar flooding is expected through Sunday. The flooding has taken place mainly along coastal zones, but downtown Wilmington has also seen flooded roadways along the riverfront. Most…

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Live radar: Flash Flood Warning extended in Harris County until 5:45 p.m.

Live radar: Flash Flood Warning extended in Harris County until 5:45 p.m.

A Tornado Warning issued by the National Weather Service expired at 3 p.m. HOUSTON — A Flash Flood Warning has been extended for northeastern Harris County until 5:45 p.m. Rainfall rates produced ponding on roadways and high water spots prompting the National Weather Service to post the warning. A Tornado Warning issued by the National Weather Service expired at 3 p.m. It had been in effect for parts of Harris, Galveston, Fort Bend and Brazoria…

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Live radar: Flash Flood Warning issued in Harris County until 4:45 p.m.

Live radar: Flash Flood Warning issued in Harris County until 4:45 p.m.

A Tornado Warning issued by the National Weather Service expired at 3 p.m. HOUSTON — A Flash Flood Warning has been issued for northeastern Harris County until 4:45 p.m. A Tornado Warning issued by the National Weather Service expired at 3 p.m. It had been in effect for parts of Harris, Galveston, Fort Bend and Brazoria counties. Widespread rain and thunder due to a trailing cold front could last all day and into the night….

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Tornado Warning for parts of Harris, Fort Bend, Brazoria and Galveston counties

Tornado Warning for parts of Harris, Fort Bend, Brazoria and Galveston counties

The National Weather Service issued the Tornado Warning until 3 p.m. HOUSTON — The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Warning for south central Harris County, eastern Fort Bend County, northeastern Brazoria County and western Galveston County until 3 p.m.  In Houston, widespread rain and thunder due to a trailing cold front brought a weather pattern that could last all day. The wet weather pattern could linger until Saturday, according to KHOU 11 News…

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TIMELINE: Flood advisory issued for SE Harris County

TIMELINE: Flood advisory issued for SE Harris County

Widespread rain and thunder are likely due to a trailing cold front. Strong to severe storms could push through this afternoon. HOUSTON — It’s Thanksgiving and the main thing on most people’s minds — besides the turkey — is the weather. A flood advisory was issued for southeast Harris County until 2:15 p.m. In Houston, widespread rain and thunder are likely due to a trailing cold front and the weather pattern could last all day.  The…

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Tabor City Officer arrested for allegedly pulling down pants, spitting at Deputies at Florence Motor Speedway

Tabor City Officer arrested for allegedly pulling down pants, spitting at Deputies at Florence Motor Speedway

November 23, 2022 Gary Lee Lewis has been arrested for allegedly harassing people at the Florence Motor Speedway (Photo: Florence County Detention Center) TABOR CITY, NC (WWAY) — An off-duty Tabor City Police Officer has been arrested for allegedly harassing several people, pulling down his pants and fighting at a campsite at the Florence Motor Speedway. Gary Lee Lewis was given tickets for disorderly conduct and trespassing and taken to the Florence County Detention Center,…

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President Biden approves disaster assistance for South Carolina areas affected by Hurricane Ian

President Biden approves disaster assistance for South Carolina areas affected by Hurricane Ian

Federal funding will be available to residents and businesses in coastal counties COLUMBIA, S.C. — President Joe Biden has approved a major disaster declaration for South Carolina, opening up federal funds for those counties affected by Hurricane Ian from Sept. 25 to Oct. 4, 2022. On September 30, Ian made landfall near Georgetown as a Category 1 storm with sustained winds of 85 miles per hour, dumping heavy rains and causing flooding along the South…

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Greens Bayou watershed continues to suffer from frequent flooding five years after Hurricane Harvey

Juan Antonio Sorto East Houston at the peak of flooding during Hurricane Harvey Do you live in the Greens or Halls Bayou watersheds? What has your experience with flooding been? Tweet your answers to @Aschneider_HPM The Greens Bayou watershed in north and east Harris County covers 212 square miles and is dense with households. It floods regularly, but it has long been shortchanged on flood control spending. Juan Antonio Sorto, a longtime East Houston resident,…

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Houston forecast: Tornado Warnings in Galveston, Brazoria Co. allowed to expire

Houston forecast: Tornado Warnings in Galveston, Brazoria Co.  allowed to expire

Tornadoes and high wind is possible in some parts, especially along the coast. Author: KHOU 11 Staff, David Paul, Tim Pandajis, Pat Cavlin Published: 4:00 PM CST November 10, 2022 Updated: 5:26 PM CST November 14, 2022 HOUSTON — It’s a stormy day across the Houston area. There are no current watches or warnings. Earlier, there was a Tornado Warning in effect for parts of Galveston and Brazoria counties until 5 p.m. There was also…

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Houston forecast: Tornado Warnings in Galveston, Brazoria Co. expire

Houston forecast: Tornado Warnings in Galveston, Brazoria Co. expire

Tornadoes and high wind is possible in some parts, especially along the coast. Author: KHOU 11 Staff, David Paul, Tim Pandajis, Pat Cavlin Published: 4:00 PM CST November 10, 2022 Updated: 5:15 PM CST November 14, 2022 HOUSTON — It’s a stormy day across the Houston area. There are no current watches or warnings. Earlier, there was a Tornado Warning in effect for parts of Galveston and Brazoria counties until 5 p.m. There was also…

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Houston forecast: Tornado Warning issued for parts of Galveston, Brazoria counties

Houston forecast: Tornado Warning issued for parts of Galveston, Brazoria counties

Tornadoes and high wind is possible in some parts, especially along the coast. Author: KHOU 11 Staff, David Paul, Tim Pandajis, Pat Cavlin Published: 4:00 PM CST November 10, 2022 Updated: 4:51 PM CST November 14, 2022 HOUSTON — It’s a stormy day across the Houston area. Currently, there’s a Tornado Warning for southwestern Galveston County and east-central Brazoria County until 5 p.m.  Ther’es also a Severe Thunderstorm Warning in effect for southern Galveston County and southeastern…

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Moon rocket launch looms as NASA evaluates hurricane damage

Moon rocket launch looms as NASA evaluates hurricane damage

(AP Photo/Brynn Anderson) Photographers place remote cameras near the Artemis 1 rocket as she stands on Launch Pad 39-B at the Kennedy Space Center, Friday, Aug. 26, 2022, in Cape Canaveral, Fla. The launch is scheduled for Monday morning Aug. 29. NASA started the countdown Monday for this week’s planned liftoff of its new moon rocket, although hurricane damage could cause yet another delay for the test flight. Hurricane Nicole’s high winds caused a 10-foot…

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