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.
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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.
GOP conservative temporarily blocks $19B disaster bill
A House GOP conservative complaining of Washington's free-spending and opaque ways blocked a long-overdue $19 billion disaster aid bill on Friday, extending a tempest over hurricane and flood relief that has left the measure meandering for months.
NOAA predicts 9-15 named storms in 2019 hurricane season
The 2019 hurricane season in the Atlantic basin starts June 1, and now we have an idea of how many tropical systems forecasters are expecting this year.
NWS to host hurricane preparedness forum in Holly Ridge
The National Weather Service office in Morehead City is holding community forums to make sure we are all prepared for the next major storm.
At least 3 dead in central US storms, with more rain to come
Oklahoma was bracing Wednesday for more rain, with parts of the state already flooded following days of severe weather that's blamed for at least three deaths after also battering Iowa, Kansas and Missouri.
Tornadoes flip campers, damage homes in Southern Plains
A powerful storm system spawned a confirmed tornado Tuesday morning near Tulsa International Airport, after shutting down an interstate highway and prompting water rescues elsewhere in the state.
Dozens get SKYWARN storm spotter training at WWAY Event Center
Dozens of Cape Fear residents interested in learning how to forecast, track, and report weather events are now storm spotter trained.
First system of 2019 Atlantic hurricane season forms
Subtropical storm Andrea, the first named storm of the Atlantic season, has formed hundred miles southwest of Bermuda.
Dangerous storm sweeps Southern Plains, spawning tornadoes
Officials closed schools, evacuated military aircraft and issued high-water warnings Monday with another round of severe weather potentially including tornadoes forecast for the Southern Plains.
States turn to drones to predict avalanches, spot wildlife
In Utah, drones are hovering near avalanches to watch roaring snow. In North Carolina, they're searching for the nests of endangered birds. In Kansas, they could soon be identifying sick cows through heat signatures.
Salvation Army Red Shield Shelter to reopen after suffering damage from Florence
After 10 months out of commission, The Salvation Army is finally celebrating the reopening of its Red Shield Emergency Shelter.
Microburst causes damage to parts of Pender in weekend storms
Strong storms rolled through parts of Pender County Sunday. After several reports of damage, the National Weather Service sent a crew out to surveyed it Wednesday morning, determining it wasn't caused by a tornado.
Can your insurance weather another big storm?
A common misconception is that homeowners' policies cover flood damage, but the truth is most don't.
Tornado leaves damage but no injuries in North Carolina
Officials say that a tornado roared through Wake County, North Carolina for up to eight miles, uprooting trees and damaging houses and roads throughout the town of Zebulon.
Blueberry crop could indicate Florence's agricultural impact across Pender
Sunday's heavy rain was a good soaker for area farmers especially those located across Pender County where conditions were a bit dry.
Hurricane recovery round table gives residents access to more help post-Florence
It's been almost eight months since Hurricane Florence, but recovery is far from over.
Report: Hurricane Florence killed 22, caused $24B in damage
Hurricane Florence killed 22 people across three Southeastern states, was the ninth most destructive storm in terms of property damage in U.S. history and spawned 44 tornadoes, a report from the National Hurricane Center said Friday.
Showers near Bahamas has chance of becoming tropical system
The Atlantic hurricane season doesn’t officially start until June 1, but some activity is brewing ahead of schedule.
Forest Service investigates more than 130 area fires so far in 2019
High potential for fire danger Tuesday across the Cape Fear. The North Carolina Forest Service is looking for any burn that could get out of control.