New Hanover County splash pad reopens after lightning strike
The splash pad in New Hanover County is back open Wednesday after a lightning strike forced it to close on Tuesday.
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New Hanover County splash pad closed, struck by lightning
The splash pad in New Hanover County is closed Tuesday because of a lightning strike during strong storms Monday night.
Severe weather possible late Monday, into very early morning hours of Tuesday
Severe weather is possible late Monday into the first few hours of Tuesday morning.
Canadian wildfire smoke leading to hazy Cape Fear sky
You likely noticed the haziness to the sunrise Tuesday morning.
History with ‘Hud’: Most memorable hurricanes to strike Cape Fear
June 1st is the official start of Hurricane Season, which runs for the next 182 days through November 30th.
Rain likely to impact holiday weekend plans across Cape Fear
If you have outdoor plans over the next few days, they'll likely be impacted by rain.
NOAA issues 2023 hurricane season prediction, calling for near-normal numbers
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has released their predictions for the 2023 hurricane season.
New Hanover County mulch fire started by lightning April 30th continuing to burn
A fire in northern New Hanover County started on April 30th by a lightning strike is continuing to burn.
Governor Roy Cooper urges residents to make plans during Hurricane Preparedness Week
The plan should include details on how and where you would evacuate, a meeting place, and important phone numbers.
Fort Lauderdale faces chance of more rain Friday as devastating floods force hundreds of residents into emergency shelters
More storms could strike South Florida on Friday after monumental flooding wreaked havoc on Fort Lauderdale and surrounding communities.
Colorado State University predicting slightly below-average hurricane season
The Atlantic hurricane season doesn’t officially begin for another seven weeks, but early signs indicate there is more uncertainty than normal with this particular season – all thanks to El Niño.
Planning forecast heading into the Easter holiday weekend
If you have any outdoor Easter plans for Saturday, you may want to move them indoors.
Missouri tornado kills at least 4 people, causes widespread damage: "It's just heartbreaking"
At least four people were killed in southeastern Missouri when a tornado struck the area before dawn Wednesday morning.
Rare tornado near Los Angeles damages buildings, injures 1
A rare tornado touched down in a Los Angeles suburb, ripping roofs off a line of commercial buildings and sending the debris twisting into the sky and across a city block, injuring one person.
Freeze Warning issued for Cape Fear ahead of frigid night
Mother Nature is reminding us it's still winter.
Wilmington NWS releases 2023 spring climate outlook
The Wilmington National Weather Service has issued their outlook for the 2023 spring season.
Wilmington realtor updates potential requirement for disclosing home flood history
Home sellers in NC may soon have to disclose a property's flood history, if a new proposal before the NC Real Estate commission gets approved.
WWAY wrapping up three-day weather radio events with stop in Burgaw
The StormTrack 3 weather team has been out in the community this week answering weather questions and programing weather radios.
Severe Weather Preparedness Week begins with tornado and storm safety
All week long, WWAY will be offering tips for family safety as Severe Weather Preparedness Week gets into full gear across the state.
Wilmington sets record for hottest February day in history
It's never been hotter in Wilmington in February than it was Thursday.
100 days until 2023 Hurricane Season
Following a relatively calm 2022 Hurricane Season for the Cape Fear, we've reached 100 days until the 2023 season begins.
Officials advise people to delay burning due to warm, windy conditions
A very warm, dry and windy week is forecast across the Cape Fear.
Boiling Spring Lakes receives $13.4 million grant to repair dams
U.S. Senator Thom Tillis has announced the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is awarding the City of Boiling Spring Lakes $13.4 million in federal funding for necessary dam repairs.
Brunswick County marks 2 years since deadly EF3 tornado
Wednesday night makes two years since the only deadly tornado in Brunswick County history.