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Tornado warning issued for Chester County, SC

Posted on March 5, 2025March 5, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

The WCNC Weather Impact Team is asking people to stay alert on Wednesday because of the possibility of severe storms. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A tornado warning has been issued for Chester County, South Carolina until 7:45 a.m. The WCNC Weather Impact team of meteorologists is tracking a severe thunderstorm near the city of Chester. This storm is producing rotation and a possible tornado. Locations within this warning include, but are not limited to Leeds, Cornwell,…

Charlotte Douglas International Airport seeing cancellations, delays ahead of severe weather

Posted on March 5, 2025March 5, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Delays and cancellations are piling up at Charlotte Douglas International Airport as the area prepares for severe weather Wednesday morning. It’s important to note, these cancellations and delays can also be reflective of bad weather in other places in addition to weather impacts in Charlotte. Strong storms with the possibility of damaging winds are the reason to stay alert for severe weather on Wednesday morning in Charlotte.

Tracking severe weather threat during WRAL Weather Alert Day on Wednesday, Mar. 5

Posted on March 5, 2025March 5, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

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Severe Weather Preparedness week in North Carolina

Posted on March 4, 2025March 4, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

13 seconds ago National Weather Service Wilmington (Credit: Summer Trolli / WWAY News) WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — March 2nd through the 8th is severe weather preparedness week in North Carolina, with each day focusing on a different topic. The topic’s range from severe thunderstorms and tornadoes to lightning and flood safety. In the Cape Fear, we experience many different types of hazardous weather including tornados and hail. Meteorologist Steven Pfaff with the national weather…

Duke Energy prepares for potential power outages as severe weather nears the Triangle

Posted on March 4, 2025March 4, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Duke Energy crews are preparing for potential power outages ahead of severe weather headed toward the Triangle on Wednesday. Duke Energy spokesperson Jeff Brooks said crews are on standby to respond. “What we’re expecting right now is the potential for some thunderstorm activity, but also some high winds as that storm comes through, and that can result in downed trees, trees on power lines, broken poles and outages that we could see,” Brooks said. Brooks…

South Carolina wildfire grows to more than 2,000 acres, firefighters concerned about strong winds Tuesday

Posted on March 4, 2025March 4, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

A massive wildfire in South Carolina is burning for a fourth straight day, with resources flooding to Horry County to slow down the spread. In a Monday night update, the South Carolina Forestry Commission (SCFC) said the fire is now 2,059 acres in size and 30% contained. It’s important to remember that contained does not mean extinguished; it means firefighters have created a barrier around 30% of the fire to prevent it from spreading. Hundreds…

Firefighters concerned about winds picking up Tuesday as South Carolina wildfire grows to more than 2,000 acres

Posted on March 4, 2025March 4, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

A massive wildfire in South Carolina is burning for a fourth straight day, with resources flooding to Horry County to slow down the spread. As of the last update, the South Carolina Forestry Commission (SCFC) said the fire is now 2,059 acres in size and 30% contained. It’s important to remember that contained does not mean extinguished; it means firefighters have created a barrier around 30% of the fire to prevent it from spreading. Hundreds…

Lighter winds help crews fighting wildfires in South and North Carolina

Posted on March 4, 2025March 4, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

March 3, 2025 (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News). (Photo: Emily Andrews/WWAY News). MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (AP) — Lighter winds Monday helped crews in South Carolina and North Carolina battle wildfires that caused evacuations and threatened hundreds of homes over the weekend. Hundreds of firefighters from across South Carolina managed to keep a large blaze in Horry County near Myrtle Beach from destroying any homes despite social media videos of orange skies at night and flames engulfing pine trees…

South Carolina's governor declares State of Emergency as massive wildfire grows to 1,600 acres

Posted on March 3, 2025March 3, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Lighter winds Monday helped crews in South Carolina and North Carolina battle wildfires that caused evacuations and threatened hundreds of homes over the weekend. Officials in all of South Carolina banned almost all outdoor fires, including burning yard debris and campfires. They told residents to call 911 if they see a neighbor setting a fire. Hundreds of firefighters from across the state managed to keep the massive blaze in Horry County near Myrtle Beach from…

Staying weather alert: How to find your safe place during severe weather

Posted on March 3, 2025March 3, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Do you know where you would go if life-threatening weather was approaching your home? What about your friends and family? With severe weather moving through the Carolinas Tuesday, it’s good to keep these safe places in mind. In the Carolinas, when we discuss your safe place, the WCNC Weather Impact Team is often referring to where you would go during a severe thunderstorm warning or a tornado warning. In this scenario, a…

Wildfires persist across Carolinas amid windy, dry conditions

Posted on March 3, 2025March 3, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Weather impacts play a huge factor in determining fire spread. MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — As the sun rises over Carolina Forest near Myrtle Beach, a smoky haze blankets the area, signaling the continued presence of wildfires. Several factors, including strong winds and drought conditions, are contributing to the spread of these fires. The current drought conditions are exacerbated by the time of year. “This is our windy season, especially in March and April, which leads to…

York County crews help battle South Carolina wildfires

Posted on March 3, 2025March 3, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Firefighters from several departments went to Horry County to relieve local crews battling the Carolina Forest fires. YORK COUNTY, S.C. — Firefighters from several agencies in York County were dispatched to Horry County, South Carolina, on Sunday to assist crews battling the Carolina Forest wildfires near Myrtle Beach. York County Emergency Management said firefighters from York County Fire, Bethesda and Hickory Grove left on Sunday to help fight the massive fires. Gov. Henry McMaster declared…

Crews battle wildfires in North and South Carolina amid dry conditions and gusty winds

Posted on March 3, 2025March 3, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

47 seconds ago Photo: MGN (AP)—Crews battled wildfires in North and South Carolina on Sunday amid dry conditions and gusty winds as residents were forced to evacuate in some areas. The National Weather Service warned of increased fire danger in the region due to a combination of critically dry fuels and very low relative humidity. In South Carolina, where more than 175 fires burned 6.6 square miles (17 square kilometers), Gov. Henry McMaster declared a state of…

As wildfires grip South Carolina, governor warns: Burn and you’ll go to jail

Posted on March 3, 2025March 3, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Fire departments urge residents to adhere to an ongoing burn ban as dry conditions and wind spread wildfires across South Carolina. NEWBERRY COUNTY, S.C. — A Newberry County fire department is urging the community not to burn anything outdoors as it helps contain one of many active wildfires across the state on Sunday. Little Mountain Fire Department said it was assisting the Prosperity Fire Department with a “large woods fire” near Firetower Road and Highway…

Sebastian Aho's OT goal lifts Hurricanes past Flames 2-1

Posted on March 3, 2025March 3, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

By BOB SUTTON, Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. — RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Sebastian Aho’s fifth overtime goal of the season tied an NHL record and came 3:16 into the extra session as the Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Calgary Flames 2-1 on Sunday. Aho’s five OT winners matched Boston’s Brad Marchand (2017-18), Montreal’s Alex Galchenyuk (2016-17), Chicago’s Jonathan Toews (2015-16) and Tampa Bay’s Steven Stamkos (2011-12) for the most in a season. Jaccob Slavin also scored…

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