148 years ago, Wilmington began longest continuous set of complete weather observations in NC
148 years ago today, Wilmington began the longest continuous set of complete weather observations, being tracked each of the 54,056 days since.
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Severe storms pummel South killing at least 2 in Florida
FLORIDA (AP) -- A line of severe storms packing isolated tornadoes and high winds ripped across the Deep South overnight — killing at least two in the Florida Panhandle, toppling trees and power lines and leaving homes and businesses…
Fire Danger Statement, Red Flag Warning in effect for the Cape Fear
Due to a combination of low fuel moisture, low relative humidity and strong winds, the National Weather Service has placed the entire Cape Fear under a Fire Danger Statement or Red Flag Warning through 8:00 pm.
Here's how you can participate in tonight's 'Earth Hour'
Tonight, for the 15th consecutive year, people around the world will turn off their lights for one hour. It’s part of a grassroots global campaign called Earth Hour.
Boiling Spring Lakes restores streambeds damaged by Hurricane Florence in $2 million project
More than three years after Hurricane Florence devastated Boiling Spring Lakes, officials say the city is finally coming close to recovering.
Hot poles: Antarctica, Arctic 70 and 50 degrees above normal
Earth’s poles are undergoing simultaneous freakish extreme heat with parts of Antarctica more than 70 degrees (40 degrees Celsius) warmer than average and areas of the Arctic more than 50 degrees (30 degrees Celsius) warmer than average.
Weekend freezing temperatures damage some berry crops
A strong cold front was responsible for the frigid weather, with lows dipping into the middle 20s Sunday morning. The cold air caused damage to local berry crops, with some faring better than others.
North Carolina Severe Weather Preparedness week kicks off Sunday
The National Weather Service and the North Carolina Department of Public Safety are teaming up to bring this severe weather safety campaign to all of North Carolina’s residents.
Cold stunned sea turtles being treated and released at the NC Aquarium
North Carolina Aquarium Curator Julie Smith says sea turtles rely on warm water to regulate their body temperature and are greatly impacted when water temps drop.
Here’s when new sea-level projections say parts of Myrtle Beach area could be underwater
Scientists project sea levels along the East Coast could rise another foot in the next 30 years — and even more during the next 100 years.
Long lines greet customers at car washes, as people look to clean off brine from recent wintry weather
This weekend we went from snow to sun in a matter of hours. Since then, many drivers are working to get their vehicles clean of the brine that was put on the roads.
Take a look: Viewer photos from Cape Fear's brief Saturday morning snowfall
Snow treated the Cape Fear to a winter wonderland Saturday morning, blanketing parts of the area that hadn't seen accumulating snow in more than 4 years.
Christmas Trees being used to create natural dunes, slow the beach erosion process
Dozens braved the cold and windy conditions Saturday morning to take part in a project using Christmas trees to renourish dunes eroded by recent coastal storms.
Jimmy's Wrightsville Beach owner takes fall on ice, holds contest for best caption
The owner of Jimmy's Wrightsville Beach is putting his pride aside and showing the world his intense fall on the ice in Wilmington over the weekend.
National Weather Service using public storm reports to capture impact of recent winter storm
The majority of snow and ice falling around the Cape Fear during the recent winter storm has melted. But the Wilmington National Weather Service is asking for your help whenever the next storm strikes.
As ice builds around the Cape Fear, so does concern of slip and fall injuries
Accidents on the roadways aren't the only concern this evening. Many around the Cape Fear are also worried about the possibility of slip and fall injuries.
New Hanover Co. Sheriff on driving: 'Nothing's going to help you on the ice'
New Hanover County Sheriff Ed McMahon is speaking out on driving safety as winter weather is headed towards the Cape Fear.
Preparing for a winter storm: CDC guidelines
Staying warm and safe during extremely cold weather and winter storms can be a challenge. Severe winter weather can not only bring icy roads, but also power failures and loss of communication services. It…
People flocking to buy winter weather supplies ahead of approaching ice storm
People across the Cape Fear are preparing for the approaching winter weather, gathering supplies from local stores to combat the expected ice storm.
Gov. Cooper 'more concerned' about this winter storm than the last one
Gov. Roy Cooper and emergency management officials gave a statewide update on preparations for Friday's winter storm.
Red Cross urging NC residents to brace for winter storm
As people across North Carolina prepare for the forecast of snow, ice and winter’s cold blast, the Red Cross urges residents to stay safe and warm by following basic safety and travel tips.
NCDOT working hard to prepare the roads ahead of Sunday's winter weather
An approaching winter storm is expected to bring winter weather to the Cape Fear early Sunday morning. But preparations are already underway across the area.
Saskatchewan screamer storm to bring snow, ice and intense winds to multiple states
A fast-hitting winter storm, referred to as a "Saskatchewan screamer," is forecast to lash parts of the Northern Plains, Midwest, Southeast and Tennessee Valley. The storm system, which originated in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan, is set to begin Thursday night and last throughout the weekend, possibly even into early next week.
Winter storm snarls travel, gives some schools the day off
Schools in Boston closed, and Providence, Rhode Island, public schools switched to distance learning, but New York City kept the nation’s largest public school system open.