Marking 40 years since one of the deadliest tornado outbreaks in North Carolina history

Marking 40 years since one of the deadliest tornado outbreaks in North Carolina history

21 seconds ago (Photo: NWS) (WWAY) — Thursday makes 40 years since one of the deadliest tornado outbreaks in North Carolina’s history. Most of the tornado activity across the state on March 28, 1984 remained northwest of the Cape Fear, with several F3 and F4 twisters racing through. But a strong F3 impacted a small portion of extreme northwestern sections of Bladen County, with an F2 moving from South Carolina into Columbus County near Tabor…

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On this day: Small NC town nearly leveled by devastating F4 tornado

On this day: Small NC town nearly leveled by devastating F4 tornado

It only took six hours for 22 twisters to injure more than 1,000 people across North and South Carolina – and kill 57. On this day 40 years ago, the Carolinas Outbreak, which spawned the infamous Red Springs Tornado, laid waste to Eastern North Carolina in the most destructive outbreak in Carolina history. At the time, it had been a century since the Carolinas had seen a comparatively lethal and destructive storm. Red Springs Presbyterian Church…

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Outer Banks flooding and overwash closes NC 12, ferry on Ocracoke Island

Outer Banks flooding and overwash closes NC 12, ferry on Ocracoke Island

A coastal North Carolina highway will stay closed for the rest of the week. The Department of Transportation said N.C. Highway 12 on Ocracoke Island will stay closed until at least noon on Saturday. This past weekend’s stormy weather closed the highway from the National Park Service Pony Pens to the ferry terminal at the north end of the island. Sand and overwash on the road continue to be a problem, according to the Department…

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2024 hurricane season conditions 'concerning,' hurricane expert says

2024 hurricane season conditions 'concerning,' hurricane expert says

On Monday, the director of the National Hurricane Center discussed what North Carolinians could see from the 2024 hurricane season. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has not released its official forecast for hurricane season. but Dr. Michael Brennan with the NHC said the combination of rising sea surface temperatures and a developing La Niña pattern make this year’s forecast “concerning.” In 2023, the NOAA predicted a “nearly-normal” hurricane season. The most notable storm to…

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NHC director: 2024 hurricane season conditions 'concerning,' but too early to predict

NHC director: 2024 hurricane season conditions 'concerning,' but too early to predict

On Monday, the director of the National Hurricane Center discussed what North Carolinians could see from the 2024 hurricane season. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has not released its official forecast for hurricane season. but Dr. Michael Brennan with the NHC said the combination of rising sea surface temperatures and a developing La Niña pattern make this year’s forecast “concerning.” In 2023, the NOAA predicted a “nearly-normal” hurricane season. The most notable storm to…

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NHC director: 2024 hurricane season forecast 'concerning,' but too early to predict

NHC director: 2024 hurricane season forecast 'concerning,' but too early to predict

On Monday, the director of the National Hurricane Center discussed what North Carolinians could see from the 2024 hurricane season. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has not released its official forecast for hurricane season. but Dr. Michael Brennan with the NHC said the combination of rising sea surface temperatures and a developing La Niña pattern make this year’s forecast “concerning.” In 2023, the NOAA predicted a “nearly-normal” hurricane season. The most notable storm to…

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Cleanup continues in Ohio following tornados, severe weather that killed 3

Cleanup continues in Ohio following tornados, severe weather that killed 3

LAKEVIEW, Ohio (AP) — The three people killed when several tornados roared through Ohio last week all died from storm-related injuries, authorities announced Monday. Darla Williams, 70, and Marilyn Snapp, 81, both lived in the Geiger Mobile Home Park in Lakeview, while Neal Longfellow, 69, lived in nearby Orchard Island. The two communities were among the hardest hit by severe weather that spread destruction across parts of Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana and Arkansas and injured dozens…

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Severe storms with tornadoes kill at least 3 in central US

Severe storms with tornadoes kill at least 3 in central US

11 minutes ago (Photo: Pixabay / MGN) (AP) — Severe storms with probable tornadoes tore through several central U.S. states, damaging homes and businesses and killing at least three people, with more bodies likely to be discovered, authorities said. As the sun rose Friday, officials scrambled to assess the extent of the destruction with the power out. The three deaths came in Logan County, Ohio, according to the sheriff’s office there. Thursday night’s storms also…

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Severe storms with tornadoes kill at least 3 in the central US

Severe storms with tornadoes kill at least 3 in the central US

Severe storms with probable tornadoes tore through several central U.S. states, damaging homes and businesses and killing at least three people, with more bodies likely to be discovered, authorities said. As the sun rose Friday, officials scrambled to assess the extent of the destruction with the power out. The three deaths came in Logan County, Ohio, according to the sheriff’s office there. Thursday night’s storms also left trails of destruction in Kentucky, Indiana and Arkansas….

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Record ocean temperatures could lead to “explosive hurricane season,” meteorologist says

Record ocean temperatures could lead to “explosive hurricane season,” meteorologist says

16 seconds ago Hurricane Lee on Sept. 7, 2023. (Photo: MGN) (CBS NEWS) — Rising air and ocean temperatures around the world could set the stage for an “explosive hurricane season,” Weather Channel meteorologist Stephanie Abrams told “CBS Mornings” on Tuesday. In February, the average global sea surface temperature was the highest ever recorded, at 69.9 degrees. It’s a trend that’s picking up steam, especially in the Arctic, where temperatures are warming the fastest, causing the region…

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Saturday severe weather risk downgraded

Saturday severe weather risk downgraded

7 minutes ago WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY)– Widespread heavy rain this morning has stabilized our atmosphere as hoped, allowing the Storm Prediction Center (SPC) to downgrade our severe weather potential from a level 2 out of 5 (slight risk) to a level 1 out of 5 (marginal risk). Although, this afternoon and evening we are still keeping a close watch on the potential for a few stronger isolated storms to develop ahead of the cold front…

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These are the most reliable ways to receive severe weather alerts

These are the most reliable ways to receive severe weather alerts

A NOAA weather radio or your cell phone is much better than a tornado siren. Keeping your family safe during severe weather is about keeping yourself informed. Every second matters when it comes to getting to safety! The National Weather Service provides, on average, a thirteen-minute lead time ahead of a tornado. But sometimes, a warning may only arrive mere minutes before the tornado. Despite the popular convention, tornado sirens should not be your primary…

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NWS Meteorologists emphasize importance of severe weather preparedness

NWS Meteorologists emphasize importance of severe weather preparedness

7 minutes ago WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY)– With severe weather season quickly approaching, the state of North Carolina has been highlighting different ways to be prepared, all week long.    Since severe weather is difficult to forecast, and pinpoint exact times and locations, severe weather preparedness week helps everyone stay ready, with a plan of action for anything that can unfold. Each day has highlighted a different safety topic from severe storms, to tornadoes, high winds,…

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Risk of severe weather arrives to the Cape Fear this weekend

Risk of severe weather arrives to the Cape Fear this weekend

12 seconds ago (Photo: WWAY) WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The threat of severe weather arrives on the final day of Severe Weather Preparedness week. The Storm Prediction Center already has the Cape Fear under a slight risk (level 2 out of 5) for strong storms on Saturday. The initial rain looks to arrive by late morning, with the storm risk continuing throughout the evening. Damaging winds and hail are the primary threats, with a slim…

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Severe weather dictionary: Terms you should know to raise your Weather IQ

Severe weather dictionary: Terms you should know to raise your Weather IQ

Many of the storms we experience in the Carolinas are known as mid-latitude cyclones. Let’s break down what that means. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — WCNC Charlotte is breaking down important weather terms to know to help keep you and your family safe. Many of the storms we experience in the Carolinas are known as mid-latitude cyclones. Mid-latitude refers to where the United States lies on a map, while cyclone refers to an area of low pressure…

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