Duke Energy emergency power outages underway; thousands in Cape Fear without power
Duke Energy emergency power outages underway; thousands in Cape Fear without power amid freezing temperatures.
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The Warming Shelter opens in Wilmington ahead of freezing temps
Rev. Meg McBride helped organize The Warming Shelter for those who would otherwise risk their lives in the frigid cold.
Massive winter storm brings frigid temps, snow and ice to US
Tens of millions of Americans endured bone-chilling temperatures, blizzard conditions, power outages and canceled holiday gatherings Friday from a winter storm that forecasters said was nearly unprecedented in its scope, exposing about 60% of the U.S. population to some sort of winter weather advisory or warning.
Arctic blast to bring coldest Christmas Eve, Day in decades
That air will surge into the Cape Fear on Friday, lasting through the holiday weekend.
Shallotte Doppler Radar undergoing important repairs next month
The Wilmington National Weather Service's radar in Shallotte is about to undergo an important replacement project to one of its key components.
Storm adds uncertainty to strong holiday travel demand
Forecasters predict an onslaught of heavy snow, ice, flooding and powerful winds from Thursday to Saturday in a broad swath of the country, from the Plains and Midwest to the East Coast. A surge of Arctic air will follow. The Christmas weekend could be the coldest in decades.
Bird Rescue in Castle Hayne looking for blankets, towels ahead of arctic blast
CASTLE HAYNE, NC (WWAY) -- A local bird rescue needs help from the community ahead of a massive arctic blast that is expected…
Two people killed after tornado outbreak hits south
Two people have died in central Alabama after a tornado struck Montgomery County overnight, officials said. At least 29 tornadoes have touched down in Mississippi, Louisiana and Alabama.
Last day of 2022 Hurricane Season; relatively calm year in Cape Fear
Wednesday marks the final day of the 2022 Hurricane Season.
Minor coastal flooding expected along beaches, downtown Wilmington
According to the National Weather Service, similar flooding is expected through Sunday.
Cape Fear tornado threat increases Thursday night, Friday morning as Nicole pushes north
The risk of severe weather in the Cape Fear will increase Thursday night as a weakening Nicole pushes towards the Carolinas.
Tropical Storm Nicole will bring impacts to Cape Fear late this week
There are just three weeks remaining in official hurricane season, but the tropics are remaining active.
1 dead, dozens hurt as tornadoes hit Texas and Oklahoma
Residents in northeastern Texas and southeastern Oklahoma began assessing damage and working to recover Saturday after tornadoes tore through the region.
Two November Hurricanes in Atlantic for third time in history
The National Hurricane Center is tracking Hurricane Lisa and Hurricane Martin, making two active November hurricanes for the first time since 2001 and the third time on record.
Wilmington National Weather Service collects 127 pounds of food for local food bank
The Wilmington National Weather Service has proven they can collect more than just weather data.
Frost Advisory issued for Cape Fear ahead of Tuesday night cold snap
Temperatures are expected to fall well into the 30s, as low as 35 degrees in a few rural locations.
Weeks after Hurricane Ian devastation, winning $494 million lottery ticket sold in Florida
One of the winning tickets to Friday's Mega Millions jackpot was sold in Fort Myers, Florida, weeks after Hurricane Ian devastated the area.
Whiteville Fire Department carries supplies to Florida Hurricane Ian victims
It's been nearly two weeks since Hurricane Ian made landfall in Florida as a high-end category 4 storm, but victims of the tropical system are still struggling.
NWS confirms tornado touchdown Friday in Holden Beach
The NWS says a storm survey found the tornado was only on the ground for around three minutes of the warning, from 12:25 pm until 12:28 pm, covering a distance of 0.75 miles at a maximum width of 20 yards.
Florida’s death toll from Hurricane Ian tops 100 as the search for survivors continues
The number of people killed in Florida by Hurricane Ian rose to at least 100 on Monday, days after the storm made landfall at Category 4 strength, decimating coastal towns and leaving rescue crews searching for survivors while communities face the daunting task of rebuilding.
Holden Beach water and sewer repairs complete, all business resumes
Holden Beach water and sewer repairs are now complete and all business is now open, according to Emergency Management Director Alan Holden.
Columbus County departments respond to downed trees and powerlines, thousands without power
Columbus County Emergency Services have responded to numerous downed trees and powerlines, thousands without power
Bridge to Sunset Beach now open
Sunset Beach Bridge remains closed while safety officials inspect structures, walkways and roadways with the anticipation the bridge will open as soon as possible.
Effects of Ian felt in New Hanover County Beaches
Effects of Ian are being felt in New Hanover Beaches causing heavy winds, rains, and high surf.