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Flooding

Western half of NC told to be wary of flood threat

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Residents in parts of western North Carolina are either dealing with the aftereffects of heavy rains last weekend or being told to keep their eye on rising waters resulting from the downpours. Full story...
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Outer Banks weighs Sandy's flooding, wave damage

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People on North Carolina's Outer Banks are bracing for more flooding and damage caused by Hurricane Sandy. Full story...
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Carolina Beach prepares for flooding and erosion from Sandy

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videoGov. Bev Perdue has declared a state of emergency for eastern North Carolina as Hurricane Sandy heads north. Meanwhile, the Cape Fear Coast is getting ready. One area in particular is hoping to reduce a big problem from hurricanes past. Full story...
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Charlotte mall stores closed longer than expected

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Some stores in a Charlotte mall will remain closed longer than expected after flooding damage last week. Full story...
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Flood insurance issues cause NC officials to write

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Two North Carolina state officials want flood insurance claims adjusters to return to areas damaged by Hurricane Irene to ensure home and business inspections are performed adequately so claims can be paid quickly. Full story...
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Panel says wild weather worsens

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Freakish weather disasters - from the sudden October snowstorm in the Northeast US to the record floods in Thailand - are striking more often. And global warming is likely to spawn more similar weather extremes at a huge cost, says a draft summary of an international climate report obtained by The Associated Press. Full story...
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CFPUA: Do NOT open manhole covers

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Please, if you witness anyone tampering with a manhole cover, report this activity immediately to CFPUA Customer Service at (910) 332-6550 or our Emergency Call Center at (910) 332-6565. Let's all be responsible stewards of the environment. Anyone violating this may be fined. Full story...
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Severe weather causes commotion for drivers; no relief for wildfires

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video Severe weather rolled into the region early Wednesday afternoon, flooding streets and cars across the Cape Fear. Although the area has been in a serious drought over the last couple of months, the instantaneous rush of water caused by the heavy rain overwhelmed the area. Full story...
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Heavy rains bring floods, mudslides to western NC

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Heavy rains moving across North Carolina brought flooding and rockslides to the mountains and foothills Sunday, and meteorologists warn that more rain is on the way. Full story...
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FEMA keeps Brunswick Disaster Recovery Center, opens center in Wilmington

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FEMA's Disaster Recovery Center in Brunswick County will stay open a week longer. The center was supposed to close Saturday, but officials determined there was still a need to reach victim's of September's flooding. FEMA also announced it has opened a Disaster Recovery Center for New Hanover County. Full story...
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SBA offers help to businesses, homeowners affected by flooding

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video FEMA has set up disaster recovery centers in the Cape Fear. The centers are intended to help victims of September's flooding. Now the Small Business Administration is stepping in to help, too. Full story...
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Gov. Perdue receives disaster declaration for flooding in New Hanover County

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Gov. Bev Perdue today announced that New Hanover County has received a disaster declaration from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Full story...
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Last month's flooding leaves itchy legacy: Mosquitoes

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videoWe are still feeling the effects of all that rain that ended nearly three weeks ago. The flooding hatched all the mosquito eggs on the ground, and they are swarming. Full story...
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FEMA sets up shop in Brunswick County

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video It's a one-stop shop of sorts. People can see where everything stands - from checking the status of an application to getting assistance with the SBA loan paperwork. Officials say people should not hesitate to apply for help. Full story...
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Brunswick, Pender added to disaster declaration; New Hanover denied

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Storm survivors in Brunswick, Jones, Pender and Pitt counties could be eligible for federal low-interest loans or grants to help them repair their homes and replace some personal belongings. Full story...
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