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US center’s tropical storm forecasts are going inland, where damage can outstrip coasts

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US center’s tropical storm forecasts are going inland, where damage can outstrip coasts

2 minutes ago ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — The “cone of uncertainty” produced by the National Hurricane Center to forecast the location and ferocity of a tropical storm is getting an update this year to include predictions for inland areas, where wind and flooding are sometimes more treacherous than damage to the coasts. The Miami-based hurricane center said Thursday on the X social media platform that the new, experimental forecast tool will be ready around Aug. 15, just…

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Hawaii officials identify the last of the 100 known victims of the wildfire that destroyed Lahaina

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Hawaii officials identify the last of the 100 known victims of the wildfire that destroyed Lahaina

10 seconds ago Wildfire in Lahaina, Hawaii on August 9, 2023 (Photo: paele_kulani/CBS) HONOLULU (AP) — The last of the 100 known victims of the wildfire that destroyed Maui’s historic town of Lahaina in August was identified Friday as a 70-year-old woman whose husband, sister and several other relatives also died in the fire. Maui police said they identified the victim as Lydia Coloma based on the context of where the remains were found, rather than through…

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Louisiana and Texas Face Flooding, With More Rain Expected Across the South

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Louisiana and Texas Face Flooding, With More Rain Expected Across the South

Heavy downpours over parts of Louisiana and Texas this week have caused significant flooding, meteorologists and officials said, and more rain is forecast to soak the region through the end of the week. As of Thursday morning, Brenham, Texas, between Austin and Houston, had received more than 12 inches of rain, according to the National Weather Service. Other Texas cities had recorded rainfall totals of 4 to 11 inches. Conditions were so bad Wednesday in…

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Carolina Shores asking residents to complete survey detailing Waccamaw River flooding issues

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Carolina Shores asking residents to complete survey detailing Waccamaw River flooding issues

14 seconds ago FILE of river (Photo: WWAY) CAROLINA SHORES, NC (WWAY) — Carolina Shores officials are asking residents to complete a survey regarding their experience with flooding from the Waccamaw River. Cape Fear Resource Conservation & Development (CFRCD) is partnering with ms consultants, Inc. to evaluate flooding within the Waccamaw River Watershed and identify potential mitigation options. The project is anticipated to be the first step in a larger effort to identify and implement…

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Researchers say wildfires in NC will likely only get worse. Here's why

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Researchers say wildfires in NC will likely only get worse. Here's why

As droughts become more severe and more frequent, it could mean more wildfires in the mountains. Climate change could be making wildfires larger and stronger. Researchers at NC State University found the more extreme and frequent droughts in the Carolinas will increase how much of the forest will burn by 2100. Researchers said anywhere between 230 to 3,100 square miles of forest could burn every decade for the next 80 years. It’s not just forests…

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Researchers say wildfires in NC will likely only get worse. Here's why

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Researchers say wildfires in NC will likely only get worse. Here's why

As droughts become more severe and more frequent, it could mean more wildfires in the mountains. Let’s connect the dots.  Climate change could be making wildfires larger and stronger. Researchers at NC State University found the more extreme and frequent droughts in the Carolinas will increase how much of the forest will burn by 2100. Researchers said anywhere between 230 to 3,100 square miles of forest could burn every decade for the next 80 years….

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Low risk of severe weather Friday evening

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Low risk of severe weather Friday evening

Overnight storms may produce gusty winds and some heavy rain. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The risk of severe storms in the Charlotte area is low for Friday evening. This latest round of storms comes only three days after a historic storm system that knocked the power out for hundreds of thousands of people across the Carolinas, caused widespread wind damage and even produced a deadly EF-1 tornado in Catawba County. RELATED: ‘He did save her life’…

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Another round of severe weather: Duke Energy prepares for more fallen trees, power outages

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Another round of severe weather: Duke Energy prepares for more fallen trees, power outages

As the Triangle faces a third day of severe weather this week, staff at Duke Energy says they are in ‘reset mode’ after storms just a few days ago left thousands of people without power. While some locals are cleaning up debris and fallen trees, Friday brings more potential for damaging winds, isolated tornadoes and localized flooding. WRAL spoke with Jeff Brooks from Duke Energy, who says it’s unusual to see multiple level 3 risk…

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Concerns about more flooding in Gaston County ahead of Friday's rain

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Concerns about more flooding in Gaston County ahead of Friday's rain

Tuesday’s storm left cars underwater, boats drifting away, water up to homes, and many people are still dealing with the damages. GASTON COUNTY, N.C. — Ahead of Friday’s rain, people in Gaston County are bracing for the worst. Tuesday’s storm left cars underwater, boats drifting away, water up to homes, and many people are still dealing with the damages. 🌩️ If you like weather, watch Brad Panovich and the WCNC Charlotte Weather Team on their…

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Concerns about more flooding in Gaston County ahead of Friday's rain

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Concerns about more flooding in Gaston County ahead of Friday's rain

Tuesday’s storm left cars underwater, boats drifting away, water up to homes, and many people are still dealing with the damages. GASTON COUNTY, N.C. — Ahead of Friday’s rain, people in Gaston County are bracing for the worst. Tuesday’s storm left cars underwater, boats drifting away, water up to homes, and many people are still dealing with the damages. 🌩️ If you like weather, watch Brad Panovich and the WCNC Charlotte Weather Team on their…

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Another threat of severe weather arrives Friday afternoon, lasting through late evening

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Another threat of severe weather arrives Friday afternoon, lasting through late evening

6 minutes ago WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The second chance for severe weather across the Cape Fear this week arrives Friday afternoon. This threat comes following Tuesday’s severe storms brought downed trees due to wind gusts of 70+ mph. The good news with Friday’s threat is it doesn’t appear to be as bad as earlier in the week. The Storm Prediction Center has the entire area under a Slight Risk for severe storms (level two…

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NC Chinese Lantern Festival closed for season after storm damage

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NC Chinese Lantern Festival closed for season after storm damage

The North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival is closing several days early after Tuesday night’s severe storms caused damage to a festival centerpiece and other lanterns. The festival, which was scheduled to end Sunday, Jan. 14, is shut to the public, ending more than five days early. The festival venue itself, Cary’s Koka Booth Amphitheatre, was not damaged in Tuesday’s storms, but a spokesperson said one of the festival’s largest lanterns — the dragon boat on…

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NC Chinese Lantern Festival shut to public several days early after storm damage

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NC Chinese Lantern Festival shut to public several days early after storm damage

The North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival is closing several days early after Tuesday night’s severe storms caused damage to a festival centerpiece and other lanterns. The festival, which was scheduled to end Sunday, Jan. 14, is shut to the public, ending more than five days early. The festival venue itself, Cary’s Koka Booth Amphitheatre, was not damaged in Tuesday’s storms, but a spokesperson said one of the festival’s largest lanterns — the dragon boat on…

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'It was a close call' | Neighbors near Rocky River in Cabarrus County concerned about ongoing flooding issues following severe weather

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'It was a close call' | Neighbors near Rocky River in Cabarrus County concerned about ongoing flooding issues following severe weather

Residents of the Harrisburg Estates community worry about flooding whenever significant rain is in the forecast. HARRISBURG, N.C. — Following the heavy storm Tuesday and with more rain headed our way, neighbors in a Cabarrus County community are sharing their concerns about ongoing flooding that happens in their neighborhood. Riverside Drive and Astor Drive in the Town of Harrisburg are prone to flooding, and neighbors there are begging for change. They want town leaders to…

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'It's stressful' | Harrisburg neighbors say nearby river flooding during heavy rains continues to worry them

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'It's stressful' | Harrisburg neighbors say nearby river flooding during heavy rains continues to worry them

Residents of the Harrisburg Estates community worry about flooding whenever significant rain is in the forecast. HARRISBURG, N.C. — Following the heavy storm Tuesday and with more rain headed our way, neighbors in a Cabarrus County community are sharing their concerns about ongoing flooding that happens in their neighborhood. Riverside Drive and Astor Drive in the Town of Harrisburg are prone to flooding, and neighbors there are begging for change. They want town leaders to…

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