Freeman Park closed to all vehicle traffic
The Town of Carolina Beach says Freeman Park is closed to all vehicle traffic to prevent overcrowding and for the safety of visitors.
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Tropical Integrated Warning Team meeting helps agencies prepare during hurricane season
Hurricane season is well underway. Even though it's been a quiet season so far, agencies from North and South Carolina came together for what's called a Tropical Integrated Warning Team Meeting.
More than 3 million cubic yards of Florence debris converted into free mulch
There was more than 3 million cubic yards of vegetative debris collected in the county after Hurricane Florence. It has been converted into acres and acres of mulch at the New Hanover County Landfill.
US 421 bridge work continues after Florence washout
More than nine months after Hurricane Florence repairs to a major roadway continue to progress.
Apartments at Jervay under repairs, Glen Apartments deemed public nuisance
It's been months since families were displaced from several apartments around Wilmington because of damage from Hurricane Florence.
The Latest: 1 killed by fallen tree amid Southeast storms
Officials in South Carolina say a person has been killed by a fallen tree amid heavy winds sweeping across the Southeast.
Pleasure Island cancels fireworks
Pleasure Island has canceled tonight's fireworks.
Three dead after car crashes into creek in Lincolnton
The National Weather Service said Sunday that six inches or more of rain has fallen in parts of the region between Boone and Lincolnton since Thursday.
Trump signs long-delayed $19.1B disaster aid bill
President Donald Trump has signed a $19.1 billion disaster aid bill aimed at helping communities across the country bounce back from hurricanes, floods, tornadoes and fires.
Southeastern NC under 'moderate drought' as rain chances improve
The U.S. Drought Monitor says a portion of North Carolina is under "moderate drought," but relief could be on the way.
Rainy forecast forces Whiteville High graduation inside Saturday with limited tickets
Despite the region still being in a moderate drought, the threat of rain this weekend is forcing an area high school to change the location for graduation.
Most of southeastern NC now in moderate drought
As record-high temperatures and dry conditions continue across the region, southeastern North Carolina is now in a moderate drought.
Refuge from heat available at North Carolina government building
The Fayetteville Observer reports that the Cumberland County DSS is opening its auxiliary lobby to the public on days when the heat index reaches 100 degrees and a heat advisory is issued.
SMASHED: Wilmington hits 101° to obliterate old record
Four the third time in four days Wilmington saw a record high temperature. And for the second time in that span the mercury crossed the century mark.
North Carolina homeowners face Hurricane Matthew funds deadline
North Carolina officials say a deadline is looming for homeowners who suffered damage in a 2016 hurricane.
List of plants that love extreme heat and dry weather
It's been quite awhile since we've had some rain and with this heat people are questioning whether their outdoor plants will survive.
Brunswick County declares conservation alert
Brunswick County has declared a Stage 1 Water Conservation Alert to ensure adequate water is available for essential needs. The alert comes after days of high temperatures and little rain.
Heat forces South Carolina bridge to close for several hours
The extreme heat that's been scorching the Deep South prompted the closure of a swinging bridge to a South Carolina beach town for several hours.
Wilmington sets record high for second day in a row, more records could fall this week
Breaking records is starting to sound like a broken record when it comes to the heat the last couple of days, and more records could be on the way.
Water conservation urged for Memorial Day throughout Brunswick County
Water customers throughout Brunswick County are urged to conserve water this Memorial Day.
NWS reports whopping 100° sets new record in Wilmington
The National Weather Service reports Sunday's daytime high temperature was 100° Wilmington.
As weather warms take steps to stay safe in sun
As we head into memorial day weekend heat related illnesses are on the rise along with the scorching hot temperatures. WWAY's, Monique Robinson, spoke with a "Wilmington Health" nurse practitioner for all the tips to keep you healthy.
As temperatures rise, make sure to stay hydrated
Heat-related illnesses are on the rise along with these scorching hot temperatures.