Bald Head Island issues voluntary evacuation
The village has issued a voluntary evacuation, which orders all non-residents to evacuate the island immediately.
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Dangerous Dorian stirring up high rip currents for Labor Day weekend
As Dorian draws closer to the Florida coast, high rip currents and dangerous surf are forecast at all coastal North Carolina beaches and coastal waters starting Sunday through Thursday.
Dorian could create dangerous water conditions along the coast
Across the Cape Fear, we're tracking Dorian and looking at how it may affect us. Friday, Brunswick County community is watching and waiting to see what Dorian will do as it continues to barrel in the Atlantic.
Columbus County Sheriff's Office gets $5 million worth of hurricane equipment free
The Cape Fear region may not take a direct hit from Hurricane Dorian, but local law enforcement agencies are still preparing.
Scientists confirm July set new global heat record
Meteorologists say July was the hottest month measured on Earth since records began in 1880.
Cape Fear Museum to close for two weeks for hurricane repairs
Nearly a year after Hurricane Florence, the Cape Fear Museum of History and Science is finally getting repairs for damage from the storm. But to do the work, it will have to close for a couple of weeks.
West Nile Virus found in mosquito in New Hanover County
A test has found West Nile Virus in a mosquito in New Hanover County.
After 5 years as chief, Scott Dean moves on; Lee Haywood joins StormTrack3 Weather Team
After five years leading the best weather team in southeastern North Carolina, Scott Dean is moving on.
Weather Service confirms tornado Wednesday in Pender County
The National Weather Service says a storm yesterday afternoon in Pender County did produce a tornado.
Forecasters expect busier hurricane season
Government meteorologists say this year's hurricane season may be busier than initially expected now that summer's weak El Nino has faded away.
Leland to host open house on flood risks
The Town of Leland says staff from its Department of Planning and Inspections will host an open house next week for property owners to learn more about flooding risks and flood insurance.
Hurricane recovery moves forward for Market North, questions remain about Jervay
Hurricane Florence left many people displaced and wondering if they were ever going to be able to get back into their homes.
Holland’s Shelter Creek reopens in new location after Florence damage
It's a new beginning in a new location. Ten months after Hurricane Florence flooded its Burgaw location, Holland's Shelter Creek Restaurant reopened Monday in a new town.
Keep it knee deep or less, if you're not an experienced swimmer
High rip current risk at all Brunswick County beaches, Tuesday, and Oak Island is keeping an active radar for accidents after two water rescues this past week.
Wrightsville Beach Ocean Rescue encourages visitors to prepare for the heat
With another hot weekend many people are hitting the beach for some fun, but that heat can cause some problems if your not careful.
Waiting to prepare is not an option in promoting a weather ready county
It's been 10 months since Hurricane Florence swept through our area leaving behind destruction and devastation to many home and businesses. The possibility of having to deal with another storm firsthand was reason enough for one family to get prepared.
Aquarium closes because of mechanical issues
The NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher closed to the public this morning because of mechanical issues with the main building chiller.
UPDATE: Crews battle fire after lightning strikes Wilmington home
According to a press release, Wilmington Fire Department responded to a structure fire at 7645 Masonboro Sound Road after a call came in at 1:53 p.m.
New Orleans' levees face a hard test as storm bears down
Even as Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans, the Mississippi River's levees held up when those in other parts of the city did not.
Tropical Storm Barry forms in Gulf, could become hurricane
Tropical Storm Barry formed off the coast of Louisiana on Thursday and threatened to blow ashore as a hurricane with drenching rains that could test the flood-control improvements made in New Orleans since Hurricane Katrina 14 years ago.
Hundreds without power in Carolina Beach
Hundreds are waking up without power Thursday morning.
Mosquito population 'below average' so far in Brunswick County
If you've noticed more mosquitoes nipping at your ankles, you're not alone. After weeks of unseasonably dry conditions, wet weather is making a comeback and so are those pesky blood-suckers!
Support the Port among winners of disaster recovery grant
A Wilmington organization will get a $25,000 grant to put towards health and wellness recovery from Hurricane Florence.
'A floodier future': Scientists say records will be broken
The federal government is warning Americans to brace for a "floodier" future.