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Trump makes more debunked claims about FEMA as he surveys storm damage in North Carolina

Posted on October 21, 2024October 21, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

5 minutes ago Donald Trump makes a campaign stop in Asheboro on Aug. 21, 2024 (Photo: Pool) RUTHERFORDTON, NC (AP) — Surveying storm damage in North Carolina, former President Donald Trump on Monday blasted federal emergency responders whose work has been stymied by armed harassment and a deluge of misinformation, but he said he was not concerned that the aftermath of Hurricane Helene would affect election results in the battleground state. Trump was asked whether it was helpful to criticize hurricane…

Hundreds rescued, sheriff stranded on truck roof after deadly flooding in New Mexico

Posted on October 21, 2024October 21, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

13 seconds ago NEW MEXICO (CBS NEWS) — The New Mexico National Guard continued search and rescue operations Sunday in Roswell after record rainfall produced severe flooding in and around the city and Chaves County and left at least two people dead. The flooding even forced a local sheriff to seek safety on top of his police truck when it became stranded in water that rose up to the windows. Guard officials said 309 people…

In North Carolina, Trump and Harris navigate a hurricane and a rollercoaster governor’s race

Posted on October 21, 2024October 21, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

7 minutes ago Trump supporter, Renee Kyro of Lake Lure, North Carolina at the Team Trump bus tour across North Carolina, Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024 in Rutherfordton, N.C. (AP Photo/Kathy Kmonicek) RUTHERFORDTON, N.C. (AP) — Renee Kyro already has voted for Republican nominee Donald Trump for the third consecutive presidential election. But she plans to volunteer for the first time, reaching out to her neighbors in hurricane-battered western North Carolina to make sure they have a voting…

In North Carolina, Trump and Harris navigate a hurricane and a rollercoaster governor's race

Posted on October 21, 2024October 21, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

RUTHERFORDTON, N.C. (AP) — Renee Kyro already has voted for Republican nominee Donald Trump for the third consecutive presidential election. But she plans to volunteer for the first time, reaching out to her neighbors in hurricane-battered western North Carolina to make sure they have a voting plan amid a flurry of precinct changes. “I want to say I’m confident he wins, but I’m worried that people are just overwhelmed and may need some help or…

Family of Tennessee employee who died in Hurricane Helene flooding files wrongful death lawsuit

Posted on October 19, 2024October 19, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

Johnny Peterson was among the Impact Plastics employees who died Sept. 27 after Helene’s flooding hit Erwin, a small, rural town in eastern TN. NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The family of a Tennessee employee who was killed by catastrophic flooding caused by Hurricane Helene has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the company he worked for, arguing that workers were forced to stay at their posts even when managers knew conditions were becoming dangerous. Johnny Peterson was…

IRS issues warning on charity scams in NC following hurricane relief efforts

Posted on October 18, 2024October 18, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

In the wake of Hurricanes Milton and Helene, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued a warning to North Carolina taxpayers about scammers posing as charitable organizations to get personal and financial information from unsuspecting donors. Scammers commonly set up fake charities to take advantage of peoples’ generosity during natural disasters and other tragic events. “Many people want to assist survivors and their families by donating to charities,” said Danny Werfel, IRS Commissioner. “Unfortunately, criminals frequently…

IRS warns North Carolina taxpayers of charity scams following recent hurricanes

Posted on October 18, 2024October 18, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

7 minutes ago Photo: IRS/MGN CHARLOTTE, NC (WWAY) — In the aftermath of Hurricanes Milton and Helene, the IRS cautioned North Carolina taxpayers of scammers who use fake charities to gather sensitive personal and financial data from unsuspecting donors. Scammers commonly set up fake charities to take advantage of peoples’ generosity during natural disasters and other tragic events. “Many people want to help survivors and their families by donating to charities,” said IRS Commissioner Danny…

N.C. Aquariums offering reduced admission to people impacted by Hurricane Helene

Posted on October 18, 2024October 18, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

13 seconds ago Fish swim around in a tank at the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher (Photo-Conor Doherty). RALEIGH, NC (WWAY) – North Carolina Aquariums at Fort Fisher, Pine Knoll Shores, and Roanoke Island are offering $5 admission for each visitor in a group of four from Friday, Oct. 18 to Friday, Nov. 15, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to residents of 27 N.C. counties impacted by Hurricane Helene. Jennette’s Pier is offering complimentary…

Lee County teacher missing for weeks after Helene flooding, family asks for help

Posted on October 18, 2024October 18, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

A Lee County Middle School teacher has been missing for weeks after her home in Avery County was swept away by Helene’s floodwaters. Kim Ashby was last seen in a red shirt and black pants floating down the river after the floodwaters carried away her home in Elk Park. Her husband was found alive days later, 2 miles away. He is recovering and refuses to leave the area until his wife is found. Kim’s daughter, Jessica Meidinger,…

‘We had about a 70-80% crop lost’ | York County apple orchards feeling the aftermath of April’s hail storm

Posted on October 18, 2024October 18, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

Multiple apple orchards in York County say their crops were destroyed in April. YORK COUNTY, S.C. — The aftermath of the hail storm that blew through the Carolinas in April is still being felt now months later. Multiple apple orchards in York County say their crops were destroyed. “It did a lot of damage, not only to buildings and vehicles – but also unfortunately to our apple crop this season,” Matthew Gusmer, a manager at the…

Governor Cooper joins Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg in Western NC to survey storm damage

Posted on October 17, 2024October 17, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

6 minutes ago Photo: WLOS RALEIGH, NC (WWAY) — Governor Roy Cooper joined United States Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg in Western North Carolina Thursday for a briefing on recovery efforts with federal officials and view damaged areas in Asheville and Canton. The Governor and Secretary Buttigieg also visited a damaged section of I-40. “Today I spent time on the ground in Asheville, Canton and at a damaged portion of I-40, helping federal, state and…

NC hospitals innovate with Gatorade, Pedialyte amid IV fluid shortage post-Hurricane Helene

Posted on October 17, 2024October 17, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

Distribution of IV fluids to most hospitals nationwide were reduced 40-60% after the nation’s largest manufacturer was hit by Hurricane Helene. The Baxter North Cove facility in Marion, N.C., produced roughly 1.5 million bags a day. The location is responsible for about 60% of the country’s supply of IV fluids. Duke University Hospital’s Chief Quality Officer Dr. Jon Bae said there is a shortage of “a lot of the traditional IV fluids, normal saline, Lactated…

UNC system institutions waiving application fees for western NC students in hurricane-affected counties

Posted on October 17, 2024October 17, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

Several University of North Carolina member institutions are waiving application fees for students in counties that were affected by Hurricane Helene. The offer is valid for all applying students from 39 disaster-declared counties and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians from Oct. 21 to Oct. 27 in an effort to reduce hardships for college-bound students. The move is part of College Application Week, a statewide initiative to encourage high school seniors to pursue higher education….

Florida man arrested for threatening utility workers restoring power after Hurricane Milton

Posted on October 17, 2024October 17, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

5 minutes ago Manitoba Hydro / YouTube / MGN FLORIDA (ABC NEWS) — A man was arrested Wednesday for threatening utility workers who were restoring power in Hillsborough County, Florida, following mass outages caused by Hurricane Milton, according to officials. Crews were working on a road repair when the man allegedly verbally threatened them and drove his vehicle toward them in an intimidating manner. The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office has identified the suspect as 57-year-old…

Could damage from Hurricane Milton bring Tampa Bay Rays to Durham in 2025?

Posted on October 17, 2024October 17, 2024 by WeatherPreppers

By Brian Murphy, WRAL News Durham, N.C. — The Durham Rays? It seems like a long shot, but Hurricane Milton’s destruction in Florida, particularly in the Tampa area, has, at least, allowed some to dream of a Major League Baseball team coming to the area. The roof Tropicana Field, the home of MLB’s Tampa Bay Rays, was badly damaged during Hurricane Milton which hit Florida earlier this month, raising questions about its viability for the…

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