11 p.m. update: Florence now 'life-threatening' to NC coast

11 p.m. update: Florence now 'life-threatening' to NC coast

Hurricane hits coastal regions with storm surge and hurricane-force winds 11 p.m. update: Florence now ‘life-threatening’ to NC coast Hurricane Florence has now struck the state’s coast, bringing howling winds and storm surges, according to an 11 p.m. briefing by the National Hurricane Center. “Life-threatening storm surge and hurricane-force winds occurring along the North Carolina coast,” the briefing said. “Threat of freshwater flooding will increase over the next several days.” The storm’s eye was just…

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The Latest: ‘Catastrophic’ flooding expected in Carolinas

The Latest: ‘Catastrophic’ flooding expected in Carolinas

The Associated Press WILMINGTON, N.C. The Latest on Hurricane Florence (all times local): 2 a.m. The National Hurricane Center says that “catastrophic” freshwater flooding is expected over portions of the Carolinas as Hurricane Florence inches closer to the U.S. East Coast. The storm’s intensity diminished as it neared land, with winds dropping to 90 mph (135 kph) by nightfall. But that, combined with the storm’s slowing forward movement and heavy rains, had Gov. Roy Cooper…

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Florence’s onslaught could cue disaster in North Carolina

Florence’s onslaught could cue disaster in North Carolina

Hurricane Florence already has inundated coastal streets with ocean water and left tens of thousands without power, and forecasters say conditions will only worsen as the hulking storm slogs inland. Screaming winds bent trees toward the ground and raindrops flew sideways as Florence’s leading edge whipped the Carolina coast Thursday to begin an onslaught that could last for days, leaving a wide area under water from both heavy downpours and rising seas. The storm’s intensity…

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WHAT’S HAPPENING: Florence will pose fatal threat for days

WHAT’S HAPPENING: Florence will pose fatal threat for days

Hurricane Florence’s winds may have weakened, but this is still no “minor” storm . Water is a hurricane’s deadliest threat, and forecasters say Florence packs a catastrophic amount of it. Officials have been begging hold-outs in evacuation zones to seek shelter, including a police chief on a barrier island in Florence’s bull’s-eye who asked for next-of-kin contact information from the few residents who refused warnings to leave. BY THE NUMBERS —Big storm: about 400 miles…

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Hurricane Florence disrupts Friday flights at RDU

Hurricane Florence disrupts Friday flights at RDU

RDU (WTVD) — For Friday, RDU expects about half of its scheduled flights to be canceled because of effects from Hurricane Florence. This number could increase depending on the weather. MORE: Full coverage of Hurricane Florence Here is the latest information, but check with your airline before going to the airport, as your flight status could change quickly. Air Canada: No flights on Friday. Alaska: No flights on Friday. American: A few early flights on…

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List of area shelters, emergency operations centers open ahead of Hurricane Florence

List of area shelters, emergency operations centers open ahead of Hurricane Florence

More than 120 shelters across North Carolina are open as Hurricane Florence lashes the coast. FIND A FULL LIST OF AVAILABLE SHELTERS HERE. Residents who plan to evacuate should bring any personal items they may need like bedding, medications, hygiene items, and more. Downloading the ABC11 app is the best way to stay up-to-date on the latest conditions from Hurricane Florence. At most locations alcohol and firearms are forbidden. FULL HURRICANE FLORENCE COVERAGE This list…

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The latest: Category 1 Florence could still have 'devastating' impacts in parts of NC

The latest: Category 1 Florence could still have 'devastating' impacts in parts of NC

Raleigh, N.C. — Although Hurricane Florence has not yet made landfall, the storm is already pounding North Carolina’s coast with devastating winds and rain. The hurricane has slowed and should make landfall near Wilmington around 8 a.m., with most of the state feeling its effects throughout the weekend. Latest updates 1:16 a.m.: North Carolina officials are reporting that 169,411 customers are currently without power across North Carolina with the majority of outages reported in the…

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List of grocery stores closing due to hurricane

List of grocery stores closing due to hurricane

Multiple major grocery and big box stores in the WRAL viewing area have closed locations due to Hurricane Florence. Stores with announced closures include Walmart, Target, Food Lion, Harris Teeter, Aldi, Carlie C’s, Publix, Lidl and more. Towns affected include Apex, Carrboro, Sanford, Rocky Mount, Wilson, Greenville, Fayetteville, Goldsboro and many more. Keep in mind that these lists of closures will change as the storm progresses. Check back on their websites to check when the…

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As Hurricane Florence bears down on East Coast, Texas faces flooding from Gulf Coast disturbance

As Hurricane Florence bears down on East Coast, Texas faces flooding from Gulf Coast disturbance

Hurricane Florence is smashing the East Coast with near 100-mph sustained winds and storm surges on the coasts of North Carolina and South Carolina. But as everybody looks east, Texans should also look south. Heavy rainfall, floods and gusty winds are expected across portions of Texas on Friday and Saturday thanks to an atmospheric event in the Gulf of Mexico. The tropical disturbance is located 150 to 200 miles southeast of Texas and could become…

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Richland, Lexington counties issued storm watches as hurricane closes in on landfall

Richland, Lexington counties issued storm watches as hurricane closes in on landfall

The 11 p.m. update on Hurricane Florence has placed most Midlands counties under a storm watch or warning, including Richland and Lexington counties, according to the National Weather Service in Columbia. Both a tropical storm watch and a flash flood watch have been issued for Richland County and Lexington County, among many others in the area. That’s because Hurricane Florence, now a Category 1 storm with 90 mph winds, is expected to move very slowly…

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10 years after Ike, where Galveston stands

10 years after Ike, where Galveston stands

GALVESTON, Texas – On September 13, 2008 Hurricane Ike made landfall near Galveston as a Category 2. According to the National Weather Service, sustained winds ranged from 95-105 miles per hour. While the storm was only a Cat 2, the storm surge was catastrophic, inundating communities from the Bolivar Peninsula to Galveston Island. Georgia and Oscar Barbin remember Ike quite well. They chose to stay in Galveston when Ike’s eye crossed over. “That was the freaky part,” said…

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The calm behind the scenes: TV weather team readies for Hurricane Florence

The calm behind the scenes: TV weather team readies for Hurricane Florence

For seasoned meteorologists, there’s calm before, during and after the storm. Even when the storm is a major hurricane heading their way. As the ABC11 weather team got ready to begin wall-to-wall coverage of the approaching Hurricane Florence Thursday afternoon, you might not guess it was anything other than a normal weekday afternoon. In a scene likely played out in competing newsrooms across the Triangle, the WTVD meteorologists chatted casually about graphics for their reports,…

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Hurricane Florence: More than 166,000 in North Carolina without power

Hurricane Florence: More than 166,000 in North Carolina without power

Thousands are without power in North Carolina as the outer bands of Hurricane Florence have reached the coast.As of 12:10 a.m. Friday, 166,065 people were without power. VIEW THE OUTAGE MAP BELOW. More outage information here Most of the outages are in Beaufort, Carteret, Craven, New Hanover, Pamlico, Pender and Onslow counties near the coast. WATCH: Useful tips if you lose power/Si no tiene electricidad después de una tormenta Florence is expected to make landfall…

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Protecting animals during a hurricane

Protecting animals during a hurricane

CHARLOTTE, NC (FOX 46 WJZY) – As people evacuate from the NC coast, animals are too.  Families and rescue groups are bringing their animals with them as they flee to safer locations ahead of Hurricane Florence. Carolina Waterfowl Rescue, a non-profit animal group that takes in wildlife, is receiving car and truck loads of animals looking for a temporary place to stay.  As of Thursday night, the facility had received 70 animals. “Sometimes it’s easier to get…

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