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LIVE: Nor'easter hits Highway 12, including site of $42 million coastline restoration project
A nor’easter is flooding and damaging N.C. Highway 12 on the Outer Banks while also halting work on a $42 million beach nourishment project in Buxton.
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Highway 12 closed in Outer Banks, crack forms as NC coast feels impact of nor'easter
The Outer Banks is feeling the effects of a nor-easter, which is expected to bring dangerous conditions to parts of the East Coast in the coming days.
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Nearly $23M headed to western NC as communities mark 2 years since Helene
Nearly $23 million in interest-free loans is being distributed to western North Carolina communities still recovering from Helene, as heavy rain brought new flooding to the region.
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Investigation into Camp Mystic's leadership after tragic flooding incident
A newly released search warrant indicates that Texas Rangers are investigating potential criminal activity by the leadership at Camp Mystic, including manslaughter and negligent homicide after a tragic incident resulting in the deaths of 25 girls and two teenage counselors.
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Ask the Meteorologist: What this week's nor'easter means for North Carolina's coast
A nor'easter is developing off the coast, and it will have impacts from the Outer Banks to the New England coastline this week.
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Flash flooding kills 3 in New Mexico as prolific storms soak the Southwest
Unusually potent storms triggered flash floods across the normally arid Southwest that killed at least three people and forced water rescues.
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Ask the Meteorologist: What do the different flood risk levels mean?
When we receive a lot of heavy rain in a short period of time, flash flooding can occur. The Weather Prediction Center releases risk levels for this flooding, so let's break down what they are and what they mean.
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Nepal Center of North Carolina discusses ways to help victims of catastrophic flooding
A frantic search is underway for more than 1,300 people missing after that catastrophic flooding swamped a China-Nepal border region Wednesday.
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Nepalese Americans in Eastern Carolina react to deadly floods in their homeland
Flooding in Nepal has killed over 300 people. Nepalese Americans in Eastern North Carolina are watching the disaster unfold from afar.
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Devastating mudslide in Nepal and China
Surveillance footage shows people attempting to flee seconds before a devastating mudslide engulfed the border crossing between Nepal and China on Wednesday.
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Severe weather impacts across the U.S.
Severe weather conditions are affecting large portions of the United States, with hazardous rain and flash flooding in the South, Midwest, and Northeast.
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Severe flooding in Piedmont area: State of Emergency for Mount Airy
Severe flash flooding in the northern Foothills prompted emergency response in Surry County. Mount Airy issued a State of Emergency at 10 p.m. Saturday.
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Famine to feast: What's driving sudden shift toward more rain, storms this summer
A months-long drought doesn't go away in days, but July has put a dent in a once dire situation.
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Ask the Meteorologist: How have we been able to see so much rain without a tropical system?
Raleigh has seen its second-wettest July on record, and we've seen all that without a landfalling tropical system. How?
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Ask the Meteorologist: How often have severe risks verified so far this July?
18 of 28 days this July have had risks for severe storms. How often have they verified?
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Ask the Meteorologist: How can we stay safe when traveling during flash flooding?
With multiple flood alerts issued throughout the day Thursday, it's important that we use plenty of caution on the roads. Here are some things to remember before you drive!
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Drought and downpours: Why Raleigh is preparing for flash flooding
After months of drought, the City of Raleigh will monitor conditions through the week as flash flooding becomes a concern.
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Ask the Meteorologist: How can one thunderstorm produce other storms?
Storms unleash outflow boundaries, which can sometimes spark future storms to develop. We've seen that happen the last two days.
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Where is FEMA?: Residents struggle to get back on their feet one year after Chantal
FEMA has committed more than $11 million to the state for Chantal recovery efforts. Less than half of it has been disbursed so far.
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Ask the Meteorologist: How insured are North Carolinians for inland flooding?
Inland flooding is common when it comes to tropical systems. How does North Carolina stack up in terms of flood insurance?
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Hurricane season is here: Officials urge North Carolinians to consider flood insurance
Leaders say flood risk areas are expanding and are encouraging homeowners to consider flood insurance ahead of the height of hurricane season.
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Flood insurance: How to protect your home in North Carolina
Homeowners insurance doesn't cover floods, so purchasing separate flood insurance is crucial in North Carolina, especially in high-risk areas.
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Almost 11 months later, Chantal recovery continues in Durham
Almost 11 months after Tropical Storm Chantal, some Durham residents are still not able to live in their storm-damaged homes. According to a staff presentation at a recent City Council work session, 64 total homes were impacted.
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UNC study: 43% of flooded NC buildings were outside FEMA’s hazard zones
A peer‑reviewed study of 78 floods finds 43% of North Carolina buildings that took on water over the past two decades sit outside FEMA’s hazard zones, exposing insurance gaps and urging better risk data.
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After Helene, climate concerns ripple through North Carolina real estate market
Rising insurance costs, new flood data and climate uncertainty are reshaping North Carolina’s real estate market and influencing how buyers decide where to call home.
