August 2023 – Weather Preppers

Pregnant SC woman survives car flip during Tropical Storm Idalia

Posted on August 31, 2023August 31, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

A pregnant South Carolina woman is grateful to be alive after her car flipped Wednesday while she was driving during Tropical Storm Idalia. The National Weather Service determined there was a weak tornado in Goose Creek, South Carolina, while Malaijha Smoke was driving along U.S. 52. “My seatbelt [was] literally pressing against me while I [was] in the air,” Smoke said. “I’m like, ‘Oh, my gosh. The baby.’ I’m just hoping everything is ok.” Smoke,…

4 tornadoes confirmed in Carolinas from Idalia

Posted on August 31, 2023August 31, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

The tropical storm produced numerous tornadoes alongside dangerous flooding in both North Carolina and South Carolina. WILMINGTON, N.C. — Tropical Storm Idalia caused at least four tornadoes across the Carolinas Wednesday, the National Weather Service has found. Idalia, which brought heavy rain, flooding, and storm surge to both North Carolina and South Carolina, also had isolated tornadic thunderstorms. On Thursday, a day after the storm, meteorologists from the National Weather Service examined storm damage to…

Whiteville declares state of emergency after severe flooding from Idalia

Posted on August 31, 2023August 31, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

The city of Whiteville declared a state of emergency after experiencing severe flooding from Tropical Storm Idalia, where water levels on Thursday were as high as 20 inches in one building. In downtown Whiteville in Columbus County, Audrea McPherson Bailey, who owns the Class & Sass Children’s Boutique, said a man and woman had to be rescued from a nearby business as water levels rose. According to Bailey, the man was a business owner who…

Hurricane Idalia's financial toll could reach $20 billion

Posted on August 31, 2023August 31, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

While storm left a trail of destruction, several factors combined to limit the damage, report concludes.

Local organizations participate in recovery efforts for victims of Hurricane Idalia

Posted on August 31, 2023August 31, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

A Red Cross volunteer in Florida talks with a resident in a flooded area. A Houston organization is helping with recovery efforts for victims of Hurricane Idalia after more than 100,000 people have been left without power. Hurricane Idalia made landfall on Wednesday morning in Taylor County, Florida, according to the American Red Cross. They say the hurricane has since moved northeast through Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina. CrowdSource Rescue is a non-profit that…

'Playing catchup.' Idalia floods Whiteville and it's not town's first time underwater

Posted on August 31, 2023August 31, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

Thursday, August 31, 2023 8:13PM WHITEVILLE, N.C. (WTVD) — Tropical Storm Idalia has moved away from North Carolina and many parts of the state got rain but escaped severe damage. However, that was not the case in Whiteville which is located in Columbus County. The town saw the most significant flooding of any areas touched by Idalia, especially in its downtown. Emergency crews said the flooding damaged around 40 businesses. Town leaders have declared a…

NWS confirms three Wednesday evening tornado touchdowns

Posted on August 31, 2023August 31, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

11 minutes ago (Photo: Pixabay) NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — The Wilmington National Weather Service has confirmed three tornado touchdowns on Wednesday evening as Tropical Storm Idalia moved through the Cape Fear. Survey crews found damage along Myrtle Grove Road in Wilmington from a 100 mph EF1 tornado. The tornado was on the ground for 1.5 miles from 7:31 p.m. to 7:35 p.m., with a maximum width of 30 yards. Crews say the tornado…

Whiteville declares state of emergency after severe flooding from Tropical Storm Idalia

Posted on August 31, 2023August 31, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

NWS confirms two Wednesday evening EF1 tornado touchdowns

Posted on August 31, 2023August 31, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

10 minutes ago (Photo: Pixabay) NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — The Wilmington National Weather Service has confirmed two tornado touchdowns on Wednesday evening as Tropical Storm Idalia moved through. Survey crews found damage along Myrtle Grove Road in Wilmington from a 100 mph EF1 tornado. The tornado was on the ground for 1.5 miles from 7:31 p.m. to 7:35 p.m., with a maximum width of 30 yards. Crews say the tornado came ashore as…

Biden to visit Florida on Saturday to visit areas hit by Hurricane Idalia

Posted on August 31, 2023August 31, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

President Biden said he will visit Florida on Saturday and called on Congress to replenish FEMA’s disaster fund.

Tropical Storm Idalia leaves shredded homes, roads blocked with powerlines in Florida and Georgia

Posted on August 31, 2023August 31, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

The weakening storm still packed winds of up to 60 mph (96 kph) as it blasted through Georgia and South Carolina on Wednesday evening. PERRY, Fla. — Tropical Storm Idalia headed out to sea Thursday after thrashing parts of Florida and Georgia with punishing rains and destructive winds, leaving residents to begin the arduous process of clearing fallen trees, restoring electricity and picking through the debris of devastated homes. Thus far, authorities have confirmed one death,…

River flooding possible into the weekend from heavy Idalia rainfall

Posted on August 31, 2023August 31, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The weather is expected to improve vastly into the weekend, but some river flooding is still possible in the wake of Idalia. The Wilmington National Weather Service expects major flooding along the Little Pee Dee River at Galivants Ferry. Moderate flooding could take place on the NE Cape Fear River near Burgaw and along Black Creek near Quincy. Several other areas could see minor river flooding. River flooding is possible into…

Tropical Storm Idalia is causing flooding: Use this expert advice on how to protect your home

Posted on August 31, 2023August 31, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

These products can help prepare your home from water damage during hurricanes and other major weather events.

Hurricane Idalia brings tornadoes, rough surf to NC; home loses roof near Myrtle Beach

Posted on August 31, 2023August 31, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

Hurricane Idalia turned streets to rivers in Florida, Georgia and South Carolina as it moved up the coastline. Idalia impacted North Carolina as a tropical storm, with the biggest impacts east of Interstate 95 to the coast, where close to 7 inches of rain fell. Between Tuesday and Thursday, the WRAL Storm Tracker followed the storm from Florida to South Carolina, driving more than 1,300 miles. See photos of storm damage in NC and SC…

Tropical Storm Idalia drenches the Carolinas, prompting flood warnings

Posted on August 31, 2023August 31, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

A day after hitting Florida as a hurricane, Tropical Storm Idalia continues to dump heavy rain over South and North Carolina, triggering flood warnings across the region. CBS News correspondent Jarred Hill reports from Morehead City, North Carolina.

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