A small group of Lahaina residents return to homes destroyed by deadly wildfire

A small group of Lahaina residents return to homes destroyed by deadly wildfire

LAHAINA, Hawaii — A small group of Lahaina residents returned to their devastated properties Monday for the first time since the Hawaii town was destroyed by wildfire nearly seven weeks ago. Some families who came back stopped for a moment of reflection and others looked for mementos they might want to collect, said Darryl Oliveira, interim administrator of the Maui Emergency Management Agency. By midmorning, about 16 vehicles carrying residents had entered the burned area,…

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EF-0 tornado touches down in Perquimans County during Tropical Storm Ophelia, officials say

EF-0 tornado touches down in Perquimans County during Tropical Storm Ophelia, officials say

No damage or injuries related to the tornado have been reported. PERQUIMANS COUNTY, N.C. — Officials confirmed an EF-0 tornado touched down in the northern section of Perquimans County, North Carolina over the weekend during Tropical Storm Ophelia. The tornado briefly touched down in a field in Belvidere at around 7:37 a.m. Saturday, according to the National Weather Service.  The NWS has not yet determined peak wind speeds from the tornado, however, EF-0 tornadoes typically…

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A new tropical storm could form soon in the Atlantic

A new tropical storm could form soon in the Atlantic

NEW ORLEANS — Philippe formed in the central Atlantic with no impacts to land expected. Close on it’s heals is Invest 91, forecast to become Rina. This too looks to remain in the open Atlantic. Long-range models also keep the Gulf and adjacent waters quiet through the next 10 days, so through October 5. As we tend to see the season settle for us by mid-October, that leaves about 10 days we’ll still need to…

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A warning from the BBB after hailstorms leave Texans with substantial damage

A warning from the BBB after hailstorms leave Texans with substantial damage

The hard part is looking for businesses that they can trust. While State Farm says more than 3,000 home and auto claims were filed after Sunday’s storms moved through the area, Jason Meza with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) said to watch out for scammers. “Every time we see a major catastrophe event then yes we do see people come in that try to con or defraud people,” Meza said. According to Meza, those affected by…

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'My family was terrified' | Round Rock residents left with extensive damage after hailstorm

'My family was terrified' | Round Rock residents left with extensive damage after hailstorm

Some of the largest hailstones were the size of a baseball. ROUND ROCK, Texas — Round Rock residents are picking up the pieces after Sunday night’s hailstorm. The storm ripped through Central Texas, starting north of Georgetown and into South Austin, producing a swath of hail that went more than 30 miles. Some of the largest hailstones were the size of a baseball. “My family was terrified,” homeowner Robert Jett said. “And my poor little…

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Austin, Round Rock agencies respond following hailstorm that caused widespread damage

Austin, Round Rock agencies respond following hailstorm that caused widespread damage

The City of Round Rock said its own vehicle fleet experienced significant damage. ROUND ROCK, Texas — After a hailstorm caused widespread damage to cars and homes throughout Austin, Round Rock and the surrounding area, several local agencies are providing resources to help. If you have hail damage to your property, the City of Austin’s Homeland Security and Emergency Management department shared the following reminders: “If you have insurance, contact your insurance agent to file…

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Pfizer to reopen Rocky Mount plant after July tornado

Pfizer to reopen Rocky Mount plant after July tornado

Monday, September 25, 2023 4:42PM ROCKY MOUNT, N.C. (WTVD) — Pfizer has restarted the majority of its manufacturing lines at the Rocky Mount facility that was heavily damaged in the tornado that came through back in July. The tornado injured 16 people and destroyed numerous homes and buildings. The sped-up restart is the first part of restarting production in a phased approach. Full production is expected to be back by the end of 2023. The…

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Lahaina residents return to wildfire disaster area to grieve and rebuild

Lahaina residents return to wildfire disaster area to grieve and rebuild

Lahaina residents are grappling with the grief of losing their loved ones and property nearly seven weeks ago in the deadliest U.S. wildfire in more than a century. One family visited a memorial to pay respects to their patriarch, who died while trying to flee the fire as the community prepares to rebuild the historic town. Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest on the recovery efforts.

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Severe weather possible through Monday

Severe weather possible through Monday

We’re tracking a second line of storms that won’t necessarily roll in until 12 p.m. on Monday but may roll in earlier or later depending on the speed of the frontal system. The SPC has placed southern portions of the KVUE area under a “marginal” – one out of five – risk for severe weather. But we don’t expect much severe weather in our area, largely due to the front being to our south and…

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Severe weather possible Sunday evening and Monday

Severe weather possible Sunday evening and Monday

A cold front bring the chance for rain and storms across the Austin area on Sunday evening. Author: Grace Thornton, Jordan Darensbourg, Hunter Williams (KVUE), Shane Hinton (KVUE) Published: 9:29 AM CDT September 24, 2023 Updated: 5:06 PM CDT September 24, 2023 AUSTIN, Texas — We’re tracking the potential for strong storms later Sunday evening into the overnight hours, before things simmer down for the Monday morning commute. A “slight” – two out of five…

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Weakening Ophelia still poses a risk of coastal flooding and heavy rain in some parts of the US

Weakening Ophelia still poses a risk of coastal flooding and heavy rain in some parts of the US

Nearly a day after being downgraded from a tropical storm, Ophelia still threatened parts of the Northeast on Sunday with coastal flooding, life-threatening waves and heavy rain from Washington to New York City, the National Hurricane Center said. As Ophelia weakened, a new tropical storm named Philippe brewed in the Atlantic. Even though Ophelia was downgraded Saturday night, meteorologists warned that swells generated by the storm would affect the East Coast for the rest of…

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Tropical Storm Philippe in the Atlantic Ocean, another tropical wave behind it

Tropical Storm Philippe in the Atlantic Ocean, another tropical wave behind it

NEW ORLEANS — Tropical Storm Philippe formed in the Atlantic Ocean on Saturday afternoon. It is expected to turn north over the open ocean through next week and not impact land. Ophelia weakened to a post-tropical system Saturday night. It made landfall in North Carolina on Saturday morning as a tropical storm and spread rain, gusty winds, and flooding to the eastern US. It will continue to weaken on Sunday. One more tropical wave near…

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Couple gets married as Tropical Storm Ophelia rolls through NC

Couple gets married as Tropical Storm Ophelia rolls through NC

A couple got married Saturday as Tropical Storm Ophelia passed through Emerald Isle. It was an unforgettable wedding day, as Ophelia’s tropical winds and rain bands pushed through the area, just hours earlier resulting in power outages. “There’s only so much you can do when you wake up to a power outage on your wedding day,” the bride, Ashley Trexler said. No, amount of wind or rain, could stand in between this special day. This…

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Ophelia becomes post-tropical low; continues to pose risk of flash flooding

Ophelia becomes post-tropical low; continues to pose risk of flash flooding

The storm came onto shore at Emerald Isle in North Carolina around 6:15 a.m. with estimated maximum winds of 70 miles per hour. TAMPA, Fla. — Ophelia became a post-tropical low after making landfall earlier Saturday morning in North Carolina. But the storm still continues to pose a risk of coastal and flash flooding across the U.S. Mid-Atlantic. Radar, hurricane hunter aircraft and observers on the ground found that Ophelia’s center came ashore at around…

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Coastal North Carolina hit by flooding as Tropical Storm Ophelia travels north

Coastal North Carolina hit by flooding as Tropical Storm Ophelia travels north

The storm also promises a wet and windy weekend all along the mid-Atlantic region through Sunday. ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Residents in parts of coastal North Carolina and Virginia experienced flooding Saturday after Tropical Storm Ophelia made landfall near a North Carolina barrier island, bringing rain, damaging winds and dangerous surges. The storm came ashore near Emerald Isle with near-hurricane-strength winds of 70 mph (113 kph) at around 6:15 a.m. but its winds weakened as it…

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5 rescued from sailing vessel near Cape Lookout, North Carolina during Tropical Storm Ophelia

5 rescued from sailing vessel near Cape Lookout, North Carolina during Tropical Storm Ophelia

The rescue happened within Lookout Bight in Cape Lookout, North Carolina from an anchored 38-foot catamaran named Wanderful Life. CAPE LOOKOUT, N.C. — 5 people were rescued from a sailing vessel near Cape Lookout, North Carolina Friday as Tropical Storm Ophelia moved closer to shore, the Coast Guard said. The rescue happened within Lookout Bight in Cape Lookout, North Carolina from an anchored 38-foot catamaran named Wanderful Life. RELATED: Updates from across Hampton Roads, Outer…

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Tropical Storm Ophelia moves inland over North Carolina as coastal areas lashed with wind and rain

Tropical Storm Ophelia moves inland over North Carolina as coastal areas lashed with wind and rain

The storm also promises a wet and windy weekend all along the mid-Atlantic region through Sunday. ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Residents in coastal North Carolina and Virginia braced for potential flooding after Tropical Storm Ophelia made landfall near a North Carolina barrier island on Saturday morning, bringing rain, damaging winds and dangerous surges of water. The storm came ashore near Emerald Isle with near-hurricane-strength winds of 70 mph (113 kph) at around 6:15 a.m. but was…

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Tropical Storm Ophelia moves inland over North Carolina as coastal areas lashed with wind, rain

Tropical Storm Ophelia moves inland over North Carolina as coastal areas lashed with wind, rain

6 minutes ago Tropical Storm Ophelia. Photo: MGN ANNAPOLIS, MD (AP) — Residents in coastal North Carolina and Virginia braced for potential flooding after Tropical Storm Ophelia made landfall near a North Carolina barrier island on Saturday morning, bringing rain, damaging winds and dangerous surges of water. The storm came ashore near Emerald Isle with near-hurricane-strength winds of 70 mph (113 kph) at around 6:15 a.m. but was expected to weaken as moves north Saturday…

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Tropical Storm Ophelia causes damage, power outages across Triangle

Tropical Storm Ophelia causes damage, power outages across Triangle

Tropical Storm Ophelia continues to impact North Carolina, leaving a path of destruction in its wake. We’re seeing flooding, power outages and storm damage across the state. Thousands of Triangle residents without power More than 27,000 Duke Energy customers are without power in central and eastern North Carolina. As of 9:30 a.m., there are about 6,000 customers without power in Durham County. Tree falls on Chapel Hill home One Chapel Hill family woke up Saturday…

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Updates from across Hampton Roads, Outer Banks as Tropical Storm Ophelia moves further inland

Updates from across Hampton Roads, Outer Banks as Tropical Storm Ophelia moves further inland

Get the lastest information as Tropical Storm Ophelia’s path brings heavy rain, strong winds and flooding to coastal Virginia and North Carolina this weekend. NORFOLK, Va. — Heavy rain, strong winds and urban and tidal flooding are expected in coastal areas of Virginia and North Carolina Friday evening into Saturday as Tropical Storm Ophelia moves inland. A Tropical Storm Warning remains in effect for all of Hampton Roads, the Eastern Shore, the Middle Peninsula and…

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Updates from across Hampton Roads, Outer Banks as Tropical Storm Ophelia nears region; Tornado Warning in N.C.

Updates from across Hampton Roads, Outer Banks as Tropical Storm Ophelia nears region; Tornado Warning in N.C.

Get the lastest information as Tropical Storm Ophelia’s path brings heavy rain, strong winds and flooding to coastal Virginia and North Carolina this weekend. NORFOLK, Va. — Heavy rain, strong winds and urban and tidal flooding are expected in coastal areas of Virginia and North Carolina Friday evening into Saturday as Tropical Storm Ophelia moves inland. A Tropical Storm Warning remains in effect for all of Hampton Roads, the Eastern Shore, the Middle Peninsula and…

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Tropical Storm Ophelia makes landfall in NC, more rain and wind expected

Tropical Storm Ophelia makes landfall in NC, more rain and wind expected

Saturday, September 23, 2023 11:53AM RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) — Tropical Storm Ophelia has made landfall in North Carolina. The center of Ophelia made landfall early this morning around 6 a.m. just west of Cape Lookout. That is a little farther west than expected from earlier in the week, so the risk of thunderstorms now extends inland too, but not west of the Triangle. WATCH: LIVE TROPICAL STORM CONDITION UPDATES The peak of the storm in…

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Updates from across Hampton Roads, Outer Banks as Tropical Storm Ophelia nears region

Updates from across Hampton Roads, Outer Banks as Tropical Storm Ophelia nears region

Get the lastest information as Tropical Storm Ophelia’s path brings heavy rain, strong winds and flooding to coastal Virginia and North Carolina this weekend. NORFOLK, Va. — Heavy rain, strong winds and urban and tidal flooding are expected in coastal areas of Virginia and North Carolina Friday evening into Saturday as Tropical Storm Ophelia moves toward the coast. A Tropical Storm Warning remains in effect for all of Hampton Roads, the Eastern Shore, the Middle…

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Tropical Storm Ophelia makes landfall near Emerald Isle, North Carolina

Tropical Storm Ophelia makes landfall near Emerald Isle, North Carolina

From Charleston to Virginia, the threat of storm surge, gusty winds, and rain remains through the weekend. Tropical Storm Ophelia officially made landfall around 6:15 a.m. EDT near Emerald Isle, North Carolina per @NHC_Atlantic 🌀 Maximum sustained winds were near 70 mph. @wcnc pic.twitter.com/PXpE4rwJZi — Brittany Van Voorhees (@WeatherBrittany) September 23, 2023 CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Tropical Storm Ophelia has officially formed off the Carolina coast, the National Hurricane Center announced at 2 p.m. Friday. The…

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Wrightsville Beach residents riding out Tropical Storm Ophelia in different ways

Wrightsville Beach residents riding out Tropical Storm Ophelia in different ways

11 minutes ago Wrightsville Beach during Tropical Storm Idalia WWAY NEWSWrightsville Beach during Tropical Storm Idalia WWAY NEWS WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC (WWAY) — Wrightsville Beach is no stranger to heavy rain and winds from tropical storms. With Ophelia expected to make landfall late Friday tonight, people are riding out the storm in different ways. Jerry Ryan is a visitor from Maryland. He’s enjoying some comfort food and just letting the storm just happen. “Eat here,…

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Weekend plans? Here's what is canceled due to NC Tropical Storm Ophelia

Weekend plans? Here's what is canceled due to NC Tropical Storm Ophelia

Tropical Storm Ophelia is bringing tropical storm conditions and heavy rain to North Carolina between Friday afternoon and Saturday. Duke Energy has crews on standby to respond to power outages, especially at the coast.   “Tonight could be busy, our crews will be on standby to restore outages as they occur,” said Duke spokesman Jeff Brooks. The coast will see the biggest impacts Friday night and Saturday as the storm makes landfall, but rain and…

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Pender County Emergency Services keeping an eye on Tropical Storm Ophelia

Pender County Emergency Services keeping an eye on Tropical Storm Ophelia

7 minutes ago PENDER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — Ahead of Ophelia’s arrival, Gov. Roy Cooper signed a state of emergency which will help provide for swift response and recovery after the system passes.  Pender County is also prepping beforehand.  We went to Hampstead Friday afternoon to find out how emergency services in the area are getting ready.   We spoke with Emergency Management Director, Tommy Batson, he’s confident he and his team are prepared to weather the…

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Latest Tropical Storm Ophelia: NC state of emergency; flood watches, warnings in effect

Latest Tropical Storm Ophelia: NC state of emergency; flood watches, warnings in effect

Tropical Storm Ophelia on Friday and Saturday will bring rain and storms to North Carolina. The storm is expected to make landfall Saturday morning along the N.C. coast. Friday afternoon, Ophelia was 200 miles south of Cape Hatteras with maximum winds at 50 mph. Ophelia will bring tropical storm conditions and heavy rain to our coast. Locally, we will see rain, gusty winds and some storms. Gov. Roy Cooper has declared a state of emergency…

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State of Emergency issued for North Carolina ahead of arrival of Tropical Storm Ophelia

State of Emergency issued for North Carolina ahead of arrival of Tropical Storm Ophelia

Friday, September 22, 2023 7:21PM RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) — Gov. Roy Cooper declared a State of Emergency for the state ahead of the arrival of Tropical Storm Ophelia. Ophelia formed just off the North Carolina coast and is expected to make landfall Friday night or Saturday morning. The storm will bring heavy rain and strong wind to much of the state. The State of Emergency declaration helps activate some emergency services, strengthens price-gouging regulations and…

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Governor Cooper signs State of Emergency ahead of Tropical Storm Ophelia

Governor Cooper signs State of Emergency ahead of Tropical Storm Ophelia

6 minutes ago Tropical Storm (Photo: NASA/MGN Online) RALEIGH, NC (WWAY) — Governor Roy Cooper has signed a State of Emergency in preparation for impacts from Tropical Storm Ophelia. “It is important for North Carolinians to prepare for potential impacts from the coming storm,” said Governor Cooper. “The storm’s path has been difficult to predict and we want to ensure that farmers, first responders and utility crews have the tools necessary to prepare for severe weather.”…

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Looking back on Hurricane Ian, how our beaches stand progressing into peak hurricane season

Looking back on Hurricane Ian, how our beaches stand progressing into peak hurricane season

7 minutes ago Places like Sunset Beach saw moderate structural damage on the beaches to boardwalks, as well as dune erosion, but were able to conduct repairs quickly following the storm. (WWAY) SOUTHEASTERN, NC (WWAY)– One year ago, residents on the southwest coast of Florida were preparing for one of the strongest storms in the state’s history.   Hurricane Ian made landfall in Florida as a category 4 hurricane, before making a second landfall near…

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Tropical Storm Ophelia forms off Carolina coast

Tropical Storm Ophelia forms off Carolina coast

From Charleston to Virginia, storm warnings have been issued with the likely development of a tropical system offshore. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A low pressure system is becoming more organized this Friday and the National Weather Service has issued tropical storm warnings for the North Carolina and South Carolina coastline. The State Emergency Response team has moved to an ‘Enhanced Watch’ starting Friday and through Saturday as PTC #16 rolls into North Carolina. What is PTC #16?…

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Tropical Storm Ophelia forms off Cape Fear coast

Tropical Storm Ophelia forms off Cape Fear coast

5 minutes ago Tropical Storm Ophelia has formed off the Cape Fear coast (Photo: NOAA) WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — After days of attempted organization, Tropical Storm Ophelia has formed off the Cape Fear coast. Ophelia has sustained winds of 60 mph and is moving NNW at 12 mph, as of the 2:00 p.m. advisory. Landfall is expected along the North Carolina coast north of our area on Saturday morning. While the Cape Fear won’t receive…

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Ophelia: Warnings in place as NC tropical storm nears coast

Ophelia: Warnings in place as NC tropical storm nears coast

Tropical Storm Ophelia on Friday and Saturday will bring rain and storms to North Carolina. The storm is expected to make landfall Saturday morning along the N.C. coast. On Friday afternoon, Ophelia was 200 miles south of Cape Hatteras with maximum winds at 50 mph. Ophelia will bring tropical storm conditions and heavy rain to our coast Friday and Saturday. Locally, we will see rain, gusty winds and some storms. A WRAL Weather Alert Day…

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Weekend festivals canceled due to NC Tropical Storm Ophelia

Weekend festivals canceled due to NC Tropical Storm Ophelia

Tropical Storm Ophelia formed on Friday and is bringing tropical storm conditions and heavy rain to North Carolina between Friday afternoon and Saturday. The coast will see the biggest impacts Friday night and Saturday as the storm makes landfall. Locally, we will see rain, breezy winds and some storms. Impacts in the Triangle will be isolated, but a tropical storm warning is already in effect for some counties east of Raleigh, including Edgecombe, Halifax, Nash,…

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Weekend festivals canceled due to future NC tropical storm

Weekend festivals canceled due to future NC tropical storm

Potential Tropical Cyclone 16 will strengthen into Tropical Storm Ophelia on Friday, bringing tropical storm conditions and heavy rain to North Carolina between Friday afternoon and Saturday. The coast will see the biggest impacts Friday night and Saturday as the storm makes landfall. Locally, we will see rain, breezy winds and some storms. Impacts in the Triangle will be isolated, but a tropical storm warning is already in effect for some counties east of Raleigh,…

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Ophelia: Warnings in place as future NC tropical storm nears coast

Ophelia: Warnings in place as future NC tropical storm nears coast

Potential Tropical Cyclone 16 on Friday is expected to strengthen into Tropical Storm Ophelia. It could make landfall Saturday in North Carolina. At 11 a.m. on Friday, the system off the coast was 300 miles southeast of Raleigh with maximum winds at 50 mph. The system, which will be named Ophelia, will bring tropical storm conditions and heavy rain to our coast Friday and Saturday. Locally, we will see rain, breezy winds and some storms. A…

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Potential "Ophelia" tropical storm spurs warnings from Carolinas to Delaware

Potential "Ophelia" tropical storm spurs warnings from Carolinas to Delaware

What could soon be Tropical Storm Ophelia is moving closer to the U.S. East Coast, the National Hurricane Center said, and a tropical storm warning is in effect from Cape Fear, North Carolina, to Fenwick Island, Delaware. CBS News Baltimore’s Janay Reece has an update on how locals there are preparing for the storm. And Lynette Charles, meteorologist for The Weather Channel, has a forecast for where the storms could be most severe.

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Eastern NC, coastal towns prepare for rain, storm surge from tropical storm

Eastern NC, coastal towns prepare for rain, storm surge from tropical storm

Potential Tropical Cyclone 16 will strengthen into Tropical Storm Ophelia on Friday, bringing tropical storm conditions and heavy rain to our coast Friday afternoon through Saturday. Locally, we will see rain, breezy winds and some storms before the storm makes landfall at the coast Saturday morning. Impacts in the Triangle will be isolated, but a tropical storm warning is already in effect for some counties east of Raleigh, where rain was already falling at noon….

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Tropical storm warning east of Triangle due to Potential Tropical Cyclone 16

Tropical storm warning east of Triangle due to Potential Tropical Cyclone 16

Potential Tropical Cyclone 16 on Friday is expected to strengthen into Tropical Storm Ophelia and make landfall in North Carolina. At 8 a.m. on Friday, the system had winds at 50 mph was 364 miles southeast of Raleigh. The system will bring tropical storm conditions and heavy rain to our coast Friday and Saturday. Locally, we will see rain, breezy winds and some storms. Friday is a WRAL Weather Alert Day, but it’s a little…

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