Winter
Cold season events and weather
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Ask the Meteorologist: Why did it look like there was an eye in the Blizzard of '26?
It looked like there was an eye during the height of Monday's storm, but it was actually something different.
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Blizzard warnings stretch from coast of Maryland to Massachusetts through Monday
Up to two feet of snow is possible in parts of the Northeast. It's New York City's first blizzard warning since 2017.
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Mid-winter report card: Where this NC winter stacks up with the rest
Discover how this winter in North Carolina compares to previous years as we assess temperature fluctuations, snowfall and extreme weather events. Find out what experts predict for the rest of the season.
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Ask the Meteorologist: How severe has this winter been in central North Carolina?
A tool developed by the Midwestern Regional Climate Center aims to show us how bad winter has been thus far.
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Duke Energy reports nearly $5B net income as customers face higher bills, pending rate increases
Duke Energy reported nearly $5 billion in net income for 2025 as central North Carolina customers expressed outrage over "doubled" and "outrageous" power bills following a cold snap.
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Holly Springs resident rescues neighbor's dog from icy pond
On a frigid February night, a Holly Springs woman bravely plunged into a frozen pond to save her neighbor's dog.
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Dry skin? Central NC has had one of the least humid winters on record
Keep your lotion handy. The 2025-2026 winter season has seen very low dew points - top 10 lowest on record.
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Father credits a neighbor, police with pulling him and son from frozen pond
A man and his son are recovering after falling into a frozen pond Sunday off Edwards Mill Road in Raleigh.
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Milan and Cortina's Olympic preparations echo the Triangle's cultural and economic growth
As Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo gear up to co-host the 2026 Winter Olympics, these cities offer a blend of culture, history, and economic vitality much similar to the Triangle.
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Dog dies after falling into icy pond in Cary
A dog has died after falling through an icy pond in Cary on Wednesday morning.
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Ask the Meteorologist: Why are spikes of ice forming in bird baths?
Ice spikes will form most often during prolonged stretches of very cold weather.
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Who’s responsible for dealing with lingering snow on City of Raleigh sidewalks?
The issue has even impacted city leaders. During Tuesday's Raleigh City Council meeting, council member Mitchell Silver said he’d also walked in the street to avoid ice and snow. “I was somewhat surprised,” said Silver.
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Long hours, short salt supply: Wake County schools work to clear campuses
After back-to-back winter storms and extensive cleanup efforts, Wake County schools will reopen on a two-hour delay this Wednesday.
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Storm response costing NC millions as state scrambles to buy more salt, pay overtime
Back-to-back weekend storms — including one covering the entire state — have cost North Carolina $5 million on salt alone.
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NCSHP helicopter delivers critical blood platelets to ECU Health amid North Carolina snowstorm
Heavy snowfall in North Carolina blocked road deliveries of critical blood platelets, leaving ECU Health in Greenville facing an urgent supply shortage.
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Horse rescued after falling into frozen Moore County pond, firefighters say
It happened around 4:30 p.m. on Hunting Horn Lane, an area known to locals as “Horse Country” due to having several horse farms, according to Fire Chief Michael Cameron of Cypress Point Fire and Rescue.
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UNC professor who studied online learning offers advice for how to make the most of it
Education expert Sophie McCoy emphasizes that maximizing student engagement through tools like chat functions and small-group discussions is vital for successful remote learning during winter weather disruptions.
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Slick spots remain on secondary roads, refreeze threat lingers overnight
As winter weather continues to impact the region, snowplows are out in full force along Wake County roads.
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Boy and 59-year-old neighbor fall into partially frozen pond in Cary neighborhood
According to the Cary Police Department, the 10-year-old was exploring a neighborhood pond when he fell in. A neighbor happened to be watching through their kitchen window and saw the boy fall in.
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Four houses fall at the Outer Banks in Buxton after storm brought high tides, 60 mph wind gusts
In Buxton, Outer Banks, four homes have collapsed due to a severe storm that caused high tides and 60 mph winds. Residents are urged to remain cautious as emergency services assess the damage and provide aid.
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11-year-old falls in Holly Springs pond, saved by police officer
An 11-year-old child fell into the pond at Womble Park in Holly Springs after attempting to walk on the thin layer of ice that capped the water around 1:50 p.m. Saturday, town officials
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Florida theme parks brace for deep freeze
When you sell sun and fun, how do you prepare for unseasonable cold?
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Schools going remote for Monday; power outages improving across NC
Snow blanketed much of North Carolina between Friday night and Sunday, with some in the state seeing snow late Friday night and others not seeing measurable snow until Saturday evening.
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Rocky Mount prepares for up to 10 inches of snow: Crews mobilize to keep roads clear
Residents east of Raleigh brace for a snowy weekend, with up to 10 inches expected. Rocky Mount officials have prepped since Thursday, deploying brine, salt, and sand across roads and bridges. With 11 snow plows on standby, crews are ready for operations to ensure safe travel.
