DOT: Repairs after Thursday's flooding could cost NC millions

DOT: Repairs after Thursday's flooding could cost NC millions

By Adam Owens, WRAL reporter Micro, N.C. — While there was not flooding on Interstate 95 in Johnston County, the North Carolina Department of Transportation believes water from underneath the roadbed pushed it up, causing the pavement to buckle. A northbound lane between Exits 102 and 105, near Micro, was expected to remain closed through the weekend. “It is highly likely all this rain has caused this problem,” said DOT spokesman Andrew Barksdale. DOT crews…

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'My heart is Honduras': Holly Spring coffee shop owner works to help native country still reeling from Hurricane Eta

'My heart is Honduras': Holly Spring coffee shop owner works to help native country still reeling from Hurricane Eta

HOLLY SPRINGS, N.C. (WTVD) — Hurricane Eta slammed into Central America as a Category 4 Storm leaving behind a path of destruction in Honduras. “People have lost their homes. People have lost everything. And there’s no food. There’s not even access to get to those things,” said Nelson Amador with Five Star Coffee Roasters. Amador knew he had to do something. “My heart is Honduras…my family lives there,” he said. Originally from Honduras, Amador grew…

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4 dead, child missing from flooding at North Carolina campsite

4 dead, child missing from flooding at North Carolina campsite

By TOM FOREMAN Jr., Associated Press WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Floodwaters from a nearby river overtook recreational vehicles at a North Carolina campsite Thursday, killing four people and leaving a child missing, an official said. In addition to the deaths at the Hiddenite Family Campground in Alexander County, a motorist was killed in the county while traveling on a road that was washed out by rising water, said Doug Gillespie, county director of public services. “Just…

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North Carolina governor declares emergency over floods

North Carolina governor declares emergency over floods

HIDDENITE, N.C. — Flooding from heavy rains across North Carolina prompted Gov. Roy Cooper to declare a state of emergency on Friday as searchers looked for a 1-year-old and an adult who disappeared when high water swept through a campground. In addition to the statewide declaration, states of emergencies have been declared in Burke, Catawba, Iredell, Yadkin and Alexander County, where flood waters from the South Yadkin River inundated the Hiddenite Family Campground, killing three…

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Governor Cooper issues State of Emergency as flooding danger lingers throughout North Carolina

RALEIGH (WTVD) — Much of North Carolina is still dealing with the fallout from heavy rainfall over the last two days. Several rivers, including the Haw, Cape Fear, Neuse and Tar, are expected to flood and become a problem over the weekend. The Tar River in Tarboro is expected to crest Sunday morning at 31.7 feet (flood stage is 19 feet and major flood stage is 32 feet). The Neuse River could crest at 22…

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Hurricane Center: An Iota could follow Tropical Storm Eta's deadly path

Hurricane Center: An Iota could follow Tropical Storm Eta's deadly path

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Just as the remnants of Eta finally blew out to sea on Friday, another storm was brewing that could follow its path of death and destruction into Central America this weekend, and Tropical Storm Theta was moving closer to Europe. Hurricane experts were closely watching the Caribbean, where Tropical Depression 31 could get a name – Iota – later Friday or Saturday. Forecasters warned that it could power up quickly, to…

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'Be careful': Flooding damage keeps a lane closed on I-95

'Be careful': Flooding damage keeps a lane closed on I-95

By Nia Harden and Julian Grace, WRAL reporters Smithfield, N.C. — The aftermath of Thursday’s storms and flooding disrupted traffic patterns along the busiest north-south route through North Carolina, Interstate 95. At noon, a northbound lane remained blocked near Micro, between between Exit 102 (Micro Road) and Exit 107 (US-301). According to the North Carolina Department of Transportation, the roadbed was damaged between Exits 102 and 105, and traffic was detoured overnight from mile marker 97 to 107. On…

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Rain ends, but flooding danger lingers throughout North Carolina

Rain ends, but flooding danger lingers throughout North Carolina

RALEIGH (WTVD) — Much of North Carolina is still dealing with the fallout from heavy rainfall over the last two days. Several rivers, including the Haw, Cape Fear, Neuse and Tar, are expected to flood and become a problem over the weekend. The Tar River in Tarboro is expected to crest Sunday morning at 31.7 feet (flood stage is 19 feet and major flood stage is 32 feet). The Neuse River could crest at 22…

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Rain ends, but flooding danger lingers throughout NC

Rain ends, but flooding danger lingers throughout NC

RALEIGH — Central and Eastern North Carolina is still dealing with the fallout from heavy rainfall over the last two days. We’re in First Alert Mode, telling you what areas to watch out for as rivers rise onto low-lying roads and neighborhoods. Several rivers, including the Haw, Cape Fear, Neuse and Tar, are expected to flood and become a problem over the weekend. The Tar River in Tarboro is expected to crest Sunday morning at…

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'Be careful': Flooding damage shuts down section of I-95 until Friday evening

'Be careful': Flooding damage shuts down section of I-95 until Friday evening

By Julian Grace, WRAL anchor/reporter Smithfield, N.C. — The aftermath of Thursday’s storms and flooding is still disrupting traffic patterns along Interstate 95. Currently, all lanes are closed for several miles at I-95 northbound near Smithfield at Exit 102 for Pittman Road. According to the North Carolina Department of Transportation, the damage is between Exits 102 and 105, but traffic is detoured from mile marker 97 to 107. As a detour, drivers are prompted to…

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Flooding remains a danger overnight, with multiple roads still closed

Flooding remains a danger overnight, with multiple roads still closed

By Keely Arthur, WRAL reporter Garner, N.C. — Even as the rain slowed and the sun set, the floodwaters have not all receded. A segment of I-95 is still closed, as well as Buffaloe Road near Highway 50. Over 200 roads reportedly closed on Thursday, with many water rescues and more than one tragic death. Officials said they are concerned about people driving after dark, as the low visibility makes it difficult to see where…

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NC weather: Flood Warnings in effect for much of central North Carolina until further notice

NC weather: Flood Warnings in effect for much of central North Carolina until further notice

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) — After a day of heavy rainfall Wednesday, more precipitation fell throughout the ABC11 viewing area Thursday morning, causing major problems on some roads. Flood Warnings are in effect for much of central North Carolina until further notice. Click here to view the latest weather advisories. 7:15 p.m.All lanes of I-95 South are closed near Wilson Exit 121 due to flooding. All lanes of I-95 North are also closed near Smithfield at…

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Flooding damage shuts down section of I-95 until Friday evening

Flooding damage shuts down section of I-95 until Friday evening

By Julian Grace, WRAL anchor/reporter The aftermath of Thursday’s storms and flooding is still disrupting traffic patterns along I-95. Currently, all lanes are closed at I-95 northbound near Smithfield at Exit 102. That stretch won’t reopen until Friday evening, after high waters created a hump in the interstate pavement. On Thursday afternoon, multiple segments of I-95 were impacted by flooding. During the height of the rainfall, a section of I-95 buckled in one place between…

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