Local fire and rescue hall sends help to Western North Carolina
COLUMBUS COUNTY (WWAY) -- First responders from across the state have been in Western North Carolina, helping out with rescues and a number…
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The Latest: Helene's death toll rises to more than 100 as supplies rushed to isolated communities
A crisis unfolded in Asheville, North Carolina, as officials pledged to get more water, food and other supplies to flood-stricken areas without power and cellular service Monday, days after Hurricane Helene ripped across the U.S. Southeast.
Buncombe County officials offer missing person search form
NEW HANOVER COUNTY (WWAY)-- Due to the power outages and lack of cellphone signal, Buncombe County offers to check on your friends or loved ones in Western North Carolina. New Hanover County Fire & Rescue has a "Hurrican Helene…
Fallen trees block road and down power lines in Bladen County
In Bladen County, officials are working to determine whether an actual tornado touched down. Helltown Road in Garland has been closed due to damage from today’s storm.
1 dead in Charlotte after tree falls on home, National Guard truck gets stuck during water rescue
One person has died and another has been hurt after a tree fell onto a home in northwest Charlotte Friday morning, according to MEDIC. Much of North Carolina and South Carolina were drenched by rain on Thursday, and the tropical weather Friday morning added to flooding concerns.
Helene weakens to tropical storm with maximum sustained winds of 70 mph over Georgia
Authorities rescued people trapped by floodwaters and more than 3 million customers were in the dark across much of the southeastern U.S. as Hurricane Helene weakened to a tropical storm over Georgia early Friday after making landfall overnight in northwestern Florida as a Category 4 storm. Helene came ashore amid warnings from the National Hurricane Center that the enormous system could create a “nightmare” storm surge. There were at least four storm-related deaths.
Community concerns: Stoney Creek residents prepare for more potential rainfall
With more unpredictable weather headed our way, we visited Stoney Creek Plantation in northern Brunswick County today, where 19 houses sustained damage from last week’s storm, which brought heavy rainfall. Residents in a low-lying area of the community were hit hard and now worry they could face the same predicament again, as the ground remains saturated from last week’s storm.
Support sent to western NC as Hurricane Helene makes landfall
As Hurricane Helene makes landfall in northern Florida Thursday evening, Communities in North Carolina are preparing for potential impacts in the coming days.
Helene races toward Florida as forecasters warn of 'catastrophic' storm surge
Hurricane Helene could cause a “nightmare” scenario of catastrophic storm surge in northwestern Florida, officials warned Thursday as they urged residents to heed evacuation orders ahead of the storm
Schools around Cape Fear will move online or be canceled for Friday
In response to the anticipated impact of Helene, every school county in the cape fear will be impacted.
Helene becomes a hurricane and is expected to intensify as it moves toward Florida
Helene became a hurricane Wednesday after rapidly strengthening in the Caribbean Sea and moved north along Mexico's coast on a path toward the U.S., leading residents to evacuate, schools to close, and officials to declare emergencies in Florida and Georgia.
Tropical Storm Helene forms in Caribbean. It's expected to become a hurricane and move toward US
Tropical Storm Helene formed Tuesday in the Caribbean Sea and could strengthen into a major hurricane while moving north toward the U.S., forecasters said.
Battleship North Carolina flooding exacerbated by Monday's storm
The entrance and exit to the battleship flooded with high water after Monday's storm. The national landmark has faced issues with flooding for years.
Columbus County man saves couple, dog from flood water
COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC (WWAY) -- Kenji Bowen and his girlfriend were at the right place and time. "I didn't care if I…
Which roads are closed? Check here for road closure information
Following Monday’s heavy rains and flooding across the region, drivers are urged to use online tools to check for road closures and detours before traveling.
Rainfall data released; Carolina Beach records highest total in Cape Fear region
Carolina Beach received the most rain in the Cape Fear with just over 20 inches of rain with other towns close to that as well.
Law enforcement and fire crews rescue residents from floodwaters across the area
First responders from multiple departments, including police, sheriff deputies, and fire crews, worked together to rescue and evacuate residents and pets trapped by rising floodwaters across the region.
Living Word church in Winnabow opens for those stranded
A church in Brunswick County has opened its doors to drivers who are stranded due to flooding.
Brunswick County issues curfew due to flooding
Brunswick County has implemented a curfew for unincorporated areas effective immediately, following severe flooding caused by the storm.
Carolina Beach inundated with severe flooding
Multiple streets across the area, including Canal Drive, Carl Winner Avenue, and Lake Park Boulevard closed throughout the day as rising water flooded low-lying areas and left several cars stranded.
Major Southeastern North Carolina roads closed due to storm damage
Several major roads in southeastern North Carolina are closed indefinitely following significant damage caused by Monday's storm, according to the NC Department of Transportation.
New Hanover County Schools releases statement on decision to keep schools open, announces remote learning Tuesday
Interim Superintendent Chris Barnes released a statement late Monday afternoon regarding the decision to keep schools open.
Carolina Beach Mayor declares state of emergency, reports 18" of rain at fire department
The Carolina Beach Mayor has declared a state of emergency as rain continues to fall in the area related to a potential tropical cyclone. Carolina Beach Mayor Lynn Barbee posted on Facebook just before 11 a.m. on Monday saying he issued the emergency declaration after speaking with town staff, council, and the town manager.
Oak Island activates emergency operations center, closes bridge due to severe weather
The Town of Oak Island has activated its Emergency Operations Center and closed several key roads and bridges due to heavy flooding caused by Potential Tropical Cyclone #8, according to a release from town officials on Monday.