Trees uprooted in Raleigh neighborhoods, students shelter in place as tornado warning passes through Wake County

Trees uprooted in Raleigh neighborhoods, students shelter in place as tornado warning passes through Wake County

Large trees fell Wednesday in several Raleigh neighborhoods during the time that a tornado warning was issued for the area. Before 1 p.m., a large tree blocked the entrance to the Timbers Apartments off Millbrook Road. A line of cars formed, and residents couldn’t access the complex. WRAL News was there as a group of volunteers used handsaws and lifting power to remove the tree. The large tree was completely uprooted. A tornado has not…

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Carolina Hurricanes host Boston Bruins in pre-trade deadline game on WRAL

Carolina Hurricanes host Boston Bruins in pre-trade deadline game on WRAL

By WRAL Staff Boston Bruins Carolina Hurricanes ESPN+ | Thursday, March 6th 7:00 PM EST The Carolina Hurricanes host the Boston Bruins on Thursday night, and the game airs on WRAL. Puck drop is set for 7 p.m. ET Thursday at the Lenovo Center in Raleigh. The Hurricanes (36-22-4) are second in the Eastern Conference’s Metropolitan Division, trailing the Washington Capitals. This season, the Canes are on pace to make their seventh consecutive playoff appearance…

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Trees uprooted in Raleigh neighborhoods after tornado warning

Trees uprooted in Raleigh neighborhoods after tornado warning

Large trees fell Wednesday in several Raleigh neighborhoods during the time that a tornado warning was issued for the area. Before 1 p.m., a large tree blocked the entrance to the Timbers Apartments off Millbrook Road. A line of cars formed, and residents couldn’t access the complex. WRAL News was there as a group of volunteers used handsaws and lifting power to remove the tree. The large tree was completely uprooted. A tornado has not…

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Storm damage reported after possible tornado in Union County

Storm damage reported after possible tornado in Union County

Hundreds are without power after severe storms caused damage in Union County Wednesday. WCNC Charlotte viewers have informed our newsroom about storm damage near Porter Ridge High School, which is in Indian Trail. Photos shared with Chief Meteorologist Brad Panovich show downed trees and small buildings that experienced damage. The storm snapped power poles and toppled power lines along Lawyers Road and Highway 106. Around 8:30 a.m., the National Weather Service (NWS) issued a tornado warning…

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Live updates: Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Durham & Chapel Hill; reports of possible tornado damage near Charlotte

Live updates: Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Durham & Chapel Hill; reports of possible tornado damage near Charlotte

Alerts Tornado watch in effect for Triangle and several other counties Severe thunderstorm warning in effect for Durham and Chapel Hill until 11:15 a.m. A severe thunderstorm warning is also in effect for Chatham, Lee, Moore and two other counties until 10:45 a.m. Wednesday is a WRAL Weather Alert Day, with a rare Level 3 risk for severe storms. We have a line of strong-to-severe thunderstorms expected to impact central North Carolina from 9 a.m….

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Live updates: 1st tornado warning of the day issued for Forsyth County

Live updates: 1st tornado warning of the day issued for Forsyth County

Alerts Tornado watch in effect for Triangle and several other counties Wednesday is a WRAL Weather Alert Day, with a rare Level 3 risk for severe storms in effect. We have a line of strong-to-severe thunderstorms expected to impact central North Carolina from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Here’s a minute-by-minute breakdown of everything that’s happening Wednesday. Live updates 8:19 a.m. The first tornado warning of the day was issued for Forsyth County until 8:45…

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

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

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

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

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…

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

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

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…

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

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

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…

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

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

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…

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

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

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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Hundreds of brush fires burn across North Carolina Saturday; several fires still burning Sunday

Hundreds of brush fires burn across North Carolina Saturday; several fires still burning Sunday

Crews continue to work to contain several large brush fires burning across the state Sunday.  From the mountains to the coast, fires burned hundreds of acres Saturday. According to the North Carolina Forest Service map, there were more than 250 fires burning across the state on Saturday.  While the brush fire threat isn’t as high as it was Saturday, the humidity is still very low. So it’s best not to burn Sunday. Several fires are still burning across North…

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North Buncombe High School students lead recovery efforts for NC farmers post-Hurricane Helene

Farmers in western North Carolina are still struggling to rebuild four months after Hurricane Helene hit the region.  The storm devastated crops, equipment and land. Meanwhile, state and federal aid is still slow to arrive. Students at North Buncombe High School in the Future Farmer’s of America (FFA) program have stepped up to help  provide aid over the past few months. “It’s honestly mind blowing. Right at the beginning, there were so many donations sites, so…

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Homes destroyed: Western NC families battling insurance disputes after Hurricane Helene

Homes destroyed: Western NC families battling insurance disputes after Hurricane Helene

A western North Carolina couple that lost their home to Hurricane Helene in late September is navigating a complicated battle with their insurance provider over exactly what caused the destruction — wind or water? Bob and Edwina Tatum live in a small town of about 200 people in Avery County. The now-retired educators spent the last 46 years beautifying their property, eventually turning it into a haven for rescued horses. On Sept. 27, Hurricane Helene wiped all…

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