Month: March 2023

Eye Opener: Many California counties under state of emergency amid flooding concerns

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Eye Opener: Many California counties under state of emergency amid flooding concerns

A new storm system brings more rain and snow to hard-hit California. Many counties are under a state of emergency, as flooding concerns grow. Also, another Norfolk Southern train derails, while Congress grills the company’s CEO over the disaster in Ohio. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.

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California braces for another massive storm that could cause widespread flooding

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California braces for another massive storm that could cause widespread flooding

Millions of people across central and Northern California are under flood watches Thursday as another massive storm approaches the area. A so-called atmospheric river could bring dangerous amounts of rain to some areas that are already buried in heavy snow, which could lead to widespread flooding. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports from Truckee, California.

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Chef David Cordúa Keeps the Home Fires Burning

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“I was definitely a restaurant brat,” said David Cordúa. The Houston chef laughed at the memory of his long-ago childhood routine. “After school every day, my two sisters and I would go to my father’s restaurant,” he said, “and the cooks would make us something to eat. We loved the grilled chicken with sherry cream sauce. After that we’d sit at the bar and do our homework.”  The time was the late nineties, and the…

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La Nina, which worsens hurricanes and drought, is gone

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La Nina, which worsens hurricanes and drought, is gone

WASHINGTON — WASHINGTON (AP) — After three nasty years, the La Nina weather phenomenon that increases Atlantic hurricane activity and worsens western drought is gone, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said Thursday. That’s usually good news for the United States and other parts of the world, including drought-stricken northeast Africa, scientists said. The globe is now in what’s considered a “neutral” condition and probably trending to an El Nino in late summer or fall,…

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Statewide tornado drill part of Severe Weather Preparedness Week

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Statewide tornado drill part of Severe Weather Preparedness Week

Wednesday, March 8, 2023 12:42PM RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) — State officials are making sure we’re ready in the event of severe weather. As part of Severe Weather Preparedness Week, there will be a statewide tornado drill. Emergency officials are encouraging us all to make a plan and then practice it today when the alarm goes off at 9:30 a.m. SEE ALSO: Survivors of deadly Mexico abduction return to America They’re also urging you to prepare…

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Carolina tornado drill Wednesday

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Carolina tornado drill Wednesday

Quickly finding safety inside a sturdy structure can be the difference between life and death when severe weather strikes. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A tornado drill happening in both North Carolina and South Carolina Wednesday is reminding everyone to proactively find the places where they could safely hide during severe weather. The drill, which happens at 9:30 a.m. in North Carolina and 9 a.m. in South Carolina, will be carried out in schools, where students and…

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Statewide tornado drill planned Wednesday morning

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Statewide tornado drill planned Wednesday morning

1 minute ago A statewide tornado drill is planned for Wednesday morning (Photo: MGN) WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — This is Severe Weather Preparedness week in North Carolina. As part of the preparation, a statewide tornado drill is planned for schools, businesses and other groups Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. The drills allow people to practice tornado safety actions and procedures. Be sure to have a NOAA Weather Radio or our WWAY Weather App to receive severe…

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Repairs completed on veteran’s home damaged by Hurricane Florence in Leland

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Repairs completed on veteran’s home damaged by Hurricane Florence in Leland

March 6, 2023 (Photo: WWAY) LELAND, NC (WWAY) — A large group of veterans and nonprofit organizations came together on Monday, to celebrate the completion of repairs to a veteran’s home. The house was initially damaged by Hurricane Florence in 2018. Purple Heart Homes, a national nonprofit based out of Statesville, hosted its “Mission Complete Ceremony” at army veteran Frederick Smith’s home in Leland. Army veteran Frederick Smith has lived in his house for nearly…

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NWS Wilmington discusses severe thunderstorms and tornadoes, Severe Weather Preparedness Week

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NWS Wilmington discusses severe thunderstorms and tornadoes, Severe Weather Preparedness Week

6 minutes ago WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY)– This week is Severe Weather Preparedness Week in the state, and the National Weather Service and the North Carolina Department of Public Safety are teaming up to bring this severe weather safety campaign to all North Carolinians.  Today’s topic is severe thunderstorms and tornadoes.    Thunderstorms are sometimes underestimated as a serious weather threat, but they can be just as deadly as tornadoes.   Wind causes the most of…

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Severe Weather Preparedness Week begins with tornado and storm safety

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Severe Weather Preparedness Week begins with tornado and storm safety

Deputy Director of Brunswick County (NC) Emergency Management Services shares tips on preparing before storm season 7 minutes ago LELAND, NC (WWAY) – –   Protecting yourself, your family and your home during a severe storm takes on special meaning this time of year as Severe Weather Preparedness Week gets underway in North Carolina. All week, WWAY meteorologists will be sharing tips to stay safe in potentially dangerous weather. Monday’s topic is severe thunderstorms and tornados….

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