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15,000 fortified roofs: NC invests in hurricane-ready homes

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15,000 fortified roofs: NC invests in hurricane-ready homes

North Carolina reached a major milestone in coastal resilience Friday, celebrating the installation of its 15,000th fortified roof—an upgrade designed to protect homes from hurricane-force winds and heavy rain. The North Carolina Insurance Underwriting Association (NCIUA) hosted a luncheon Friday to mark the achievement. NCIUA has invested more than $100 million into programs that help coastal homeowners upgrade to the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety’s (IBHS) FORTIFIED Roof standard. “The best defense against storms is…

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Red Flag Warning issued for North Carolina, increased wildfire risk

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Red Flag Warning issued for North Carolina, increased wildfire risk

The North Carolina Forest Service issued a statewide ban on all open burning effective 8 a.m. Friday. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A Red Flag Warning is in effect for most of North Carolina and South Carolina through Saturday due to the increased threat of wildfires across the region.  What is a Red Flag Warning? The National Weather Service issued the warning on Friday afternoon. A Red Flag Warning means warm temperatures, very low humidity and stronger…

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Governor Josh Stein reveals budget proposal that includes Hurricane Helene recovery

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Governor Josh Stein reveals budget proposal that includes Hurricane Helene recovery

5 minutes ago Gov. Josh Stein (Photo: WCNC / YouTube/ MGN) RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) — North Carolina Governor Josh Stein has launched his first budget battle since taking office. He revealed his state spending plan this morning. The proposal includes more money for schools, Helene recovery, and much more. Click here for the full article.

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Church volunteers continuing to help rebuild homes damaged by Hurricane Florence

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Church volunteers continuing to help rebuild homes damaged by Hurricane Florence

1 minute ago BOLTON, NC (WWAY) — Hurricane Florence caused catastrophic damage across the Cape Fear in September 2018. And some families are still trying to rebuild 6 and a half years later. In Bolton, volunteers were hard at work tearing out rotted and wrapped floorboards in John Freeman’s home. The home suffered more damage than he could handle alone. Water from Hurricane Florence in 2018 weakened the home’s more than 50-year-old floor. Now repairs…

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Waterspout and tornadoes at NC coast, 8 people injured in Perquimans County

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Waterspout and tornadoes at NC coast, 8 people injured in Perquimans County

Two EF-1 tornadoes and a waterspout were confirmed in North Carolina following severe weather that hit the state late Sunday. Eight people were injured after a confirmed tornado destroyed multiple homes in Perquimans County early Monday morning, according to the National Weather Service. Perquimans County is located in the northeast portion of North Carolina, close to Edenton. WITN reports three trailers at Longview Estates in Woodville were destroyed and several others damaged by the EF-1…

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NC mom finds 6-year-old daughter in rubble after tornado destroys her home

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NC mom finds 6-year-old daughter in rubble after tornado destroys her home

“It literally felt like it was Dorothy off the Wizard of Oz,” Laquasia Hughes said after finding her daughter safe Monday morning. HERTFORD, N.C. — A tornado swept through a neighborhood in northeastern North Carolina early Monday, leaving behind a trail of destruction and sending several people to the hospital. The Perquimans County Emergency Operations Center confirmed that 13 mobile homes were damaged at Longview Estates Mobile Home Park, located just off Woodville Road. Emergency…

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Severe weather moves east after tornadoes, winds and wildfires killed at least 39 people

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Severe weather moves east after tornadoes, winds and wildfires killed at least 39 people

6 minutes ago A storm damaged building is seen along Blackburn Lane, Thursday, May 9, 2024, in Columbia, Tenn. Severe storms tore through the central and southeast U.S., Wednesday, spawning damaging tornadoes, producing massive hail, and killing two people in Tennessee. (AP Photo/George Walker IV) AP—A dynamic storm that prompted foreboding predictions of dangerous weekend weather spawned tornadoes, dust storms and wildfires that killed at least 39 people and destroyed hundreds of homes and businesses. The…

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NWS confirms Pender County tornado touchdown from Sunday evening storms

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NWS confirms Pender County tornado touchdown from Sunday evening storms

1 minute ago WWAY’s debris tracker showed the Pender County tornado Sunday evening (Photo: WWAY) PENDER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — A tornado touched down in Pender County Sunday night. The National Weather Service confirmed the tornado Monday morning during a storm survey. Crews say damage was found along Herrings Chapel Road. They’re still in the process of determining the tornado’s track and intensity. We’ll provide an update on that information when it’s made available.

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EF-1 tornado leaves trail of damage in South Carolina and beyond

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EF-1 tornado leaves trail of damage in South Carolina and beyond

Survey teams confirmed an EF-1 tornado with 90 mph winds formed over Lake Murray, causing damage near Chapin before dissipating after about 6 miles. LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. — Survey teams have confirmed that a tornado formed over Lake Murray on Sunday as a violent storm system that caused deaths and damage across the United States made its way through South Carolina. The National Weather Service confirmed an EF-1 tornado with winds estimated at 90 mph…

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Severe storms, flooding make mess for drivers on the road Sunday

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Severe storms, flooding make mess for drivers on the road Sunday

Intense rain, wind and storms made for a mess on the roads on Sunday during a WRAL Weather Alert Day. Flooded roads caused travel headaches for drivers in Wake County, as several areas of ponding water were spotted on Capital Boulevard near Old Louisburg Road. Much of the standing water was a result of intense rain during a flash flood warning in Wake County. The wet roads also made problems for drivers around the Triangle….

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Power outages: Widespread impacts in NC mountains after severe weather outbreak

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Power outages: Widespread impacts in NC mountains after severe weather outbreak

Strong storms caused tens of thousands of power outages in North Carolina, toppling trees and power lines. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Tens of thousands of power outages were reported across North Carolina and South Carolina as a line of strong-to-severe storms pushed toward the Charlotte area early Sunday.  As of 11:05 a.m. Sunday, at least 44,000 outages were reported in North Carolina. That number was down from over 52,000 earlier in the day. The vast majority…

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Weather Impact Alert: Tornado warning issued for Stanly County

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Weather Impact Alert: Tornado warning issued for Stanly County

A tornado watch is in effect for Anson, Chesterfield, Stanly and Richmond counties in the Charlotte area until 2 p.. Sunday. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The WCNC Weather Impact Team is tracking a severe weather system pushing into the Charlotte area early Sunday morning with the threat of heavy rain, damaging winds and isolated tornadoes.  A tornado warning is in effect for Stanly County until 10 a.m. Chief meteorologist Brad Panovich said the storm is traveling…

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Heavy rain in Charlotte, tornado risk east of I-77

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Heavy rain in Charlotte, tornado risk east of I-77

A tornado watch is in effect for Anson, Chesterfield, Stanly and Richmond counties in the Charlotte area until 2 p.. Sunday. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The WCNC Weather Impact Team is tracking a severe weather system pushing into the Charlotte area early Sunday morning with the threat of heavy rain, damaging winds and isolated tornadoes.  As of 8:15 a.m., a second wave of storms was forming in the North Carolina mountains and foothills along Interstate 40….

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Weather Impact Alert: Tornado watch issued for multiple counties

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Weather Impact Alert: Tornado watch issued for multiple counties

A tornado watch is in effect for Anson, Chesterfield, Stanly and Richmond counties in the Charlotte area until 2 p.. Sunday. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The WCNC Weather Impact Team is tracking a severe weather system pushing into the Charlotte area early Sunday morning with the threat of heavy rain, damaging winds and isolated tornadoes.  As of 6:25 a.m., Chief Meteorologist Brad Panovich said the risk of severe weather is decreasing for areas west of Interstate…

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Tornado watch issued for multiple counties until 2 p.m.

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Tornado watch issued for multiple counties until 2 p.m.

A tornado watch is in effect for Anson, Chesterfield, Stanly and Richmond counties in the Charlotte area until 2 p.. Sunday. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The WCNC Weather Impact Team is tracking a severe weather system pushing into the Charlotte area early Sunday morning with the threat of heavy rain, damaging winds and isolated tornadoes.  As of 6:25 a.m., Chief Meteorologist Brad Panovich said the risk of severe weather is decreasing for areas west of Interstate…

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