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Brad Panovich links NC wildfires to Helene's aftermath in the mountains

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Brad Panovich links NC wildfires to Helene's aftermath in the mountains

Six months after Helene’s devastation, western North Carolina is facing a new challenge from the storm: Rapidly growing wildfires. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — As wildfires continue to spread in western North Carolina, Weather Impact Chief Meteorologist Brad Panovich emphasized the impact of Hurricane Helene, which created prime conditions for wildfires.  Thursday marked six months since Helene caused widespread devastation in the Carolinas, including catastrophic flooding and landslides in the mountains. In an interview on WCNC+, Panovich…

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Brad Panovich links NC wildfires to Helene's aftermath in the mountains

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Brad Panovich links NC wildfires to Helene's aftermath in the mountains

Six months after Helene’s devastation, western North Carolina is facing a new challenge from the storm: Rapidly growing wildfires. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — As wildfires continue to spread in western North Carolina, Weather Impact Chief Meteorologist Brad Panovich emphasized the impact of Hurricane Helene, which created prime conditions for wildfires.  Thursday marked six months since Helene caused widespread devastation in the Carolinas, including catastrophic flooding and landslides in the mountains. In an interview on WCNC+, Panovich…

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Woman helps return cherished family photos to Hurricane Helene survivors: “The river couldn’t take my memories”

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Woman helps return cherished family photos to Hurricane Helene survivors: “The river couldn’t take my memories”

8 minutes ago Asheville, NC after Hurricane Helene on September 29, 2024 (Photo: CBS News) CBS News — Six months ago, Hurricane Helene made landfall in Perry, Florida, before barrelling through the southeastern U.S. The Category 3 hurricane caused catastrophic rainfall, devastating flooding and billions in damage to parts of western North Carolina. The deadly storm — which killed more than 100 people according to the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services — also washed away homes and people’s…

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Stein to honor North Carolinians killed during Helene, 6 months after historic hurricane

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Stein to honor North Carolinians killed during Helene, 6 months after historic hurricane

Hurricane recovery has been a focal point of Stein’s agenda since taking office, as he signed a $500 million relief package into law this month. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Thursday marks six months since Hurricane Helene tore through the South, causing devastation from south Florida to western North Carolina and east Tennessee.  Gov. Josh Stein will be in Fairview to honor the lives lost in Helene. The storm is responsible for at least 248 deaths nationwide,…

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Western NC continues to rebuild six months after Hurricane Helene

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Western NC continues to rebuild six months after Hurricane Helene

11 seconds ago Flooding from Helene in Asheville, NC (Photo: MGN/WGRZ-TV) ASHEVILLE, NC (WTVD) — Today marks six months since Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina. The storm killed more than a hundred people in the region and caused widespread destruction. Homes destroyed, roads decimated, Businesses damaged, and livelihoods forever changed. Read the full article here.

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Contractor installing utility pole hits water main flooding Yale Street at Center Street, Houston Public Works says

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Contractor installing utility pole hits water main flooding Yale Street at Center Street, Houston Public Works says

​Public Works said a contractor that was not working for the city was installing a utility pole overnight when they hit the water main. HOUSTON — A water main break caused major issues on Yale Street at Center Street Thursday morning, according to Houston Public Works. Public Works said a contractor that was not working for the city was installing a utility pole overnight when they hit the water main. The repairs could take several…

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Water main break floods Yale Street at Center Street

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Water main break floods Yale Street at Center Street

​Public Works said a contractor that was not working for the city was installing a utility pole overnight when they hit the water main. HOUSTON — A water main break caused major issues on Yale Street at Center Street Thursday morning, according to Houston Public Works. Public Works said a contractor that was not working for the city was installing a utility pole overnight when they hit the water main. The repairs could take several…

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State of emergency issued as western NC wildfires continue to spread

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State of emergency issued as western NC wildfires continue to spread

With fires spreading, evacuations have been issued for Polk, Henderson, Rutherford, Greenville and Pickens counties in the Carolinas. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Wildfires in both North Carolina and South Carolina are continuing to spread with litte-to-no containment. The biggest fires are within 20 miles of each other. In North Carolina, the Black Cove, Deep Woods and Fish Hook fires are now being tracked under the consolidated umbrella of the Black Cove complex. The fires, which started…

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Firefighters make progress on containing some Carolina wildfires, but others grow

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Firefighters make progress on containing some Carolina wildfires, but others grow

6 minutes ago Photo: MGN (AP)—Firefighters announced progress Wednesday night on containing two of the largest wildfires burning in the North Carolina mountains, but they warned that fire danger remained from dry and windy conditions. The news was worse in South Carolina, where two fires nearly doubled in size Wednesday, but crews kept the blazes away from homes and other structures. Hundreds of people have been asked to leave their homes in North Carolina and…

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Firefighters make progress on containing Carolinas wildfires but warn danger persists

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Firefighters make progress on containing Carolinas wildfires but warn danger persists

5 minutes ago Wildfire (Credit: WWAY News) AP News — Firefighters announced progress Wednesday night on containing two of the largest wildfires burning in the North Carolina mountains, but they warned that fire danger remained from dry and windy conditions. Hundreds of people have been asked to leave their homes in North Carolina and South Carolina as a half-dozen large fires are burning in the Blue Ridge Mountains, spreading smoke into places like Greenville. Millions of fallen trees from…

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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott activates state emergency response resources due to flash flooding threat

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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott activates state emergency response resources due to flash flooding threat

Gov. Greg Abbott directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management to get state resources ready as strong storms moved through the state. HOUSTON — Gov. Greg Abbott activated comprehensive state emergency response resources in anticipation of severe weather and potential flash flooding threatening South and Southeast Texas through the weekend. The National Weather Service warns of heavy rainfall and possible flash flooding conditions, exacerbated by extremely dry ground from prolonged drought. The state’s emergency preparedness includes…

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Immediate evacuation order issued in Rutherford County due to wildfires

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Immediate evacuation order issued in Rutherford County due to wildfires

With fires spreading, evacuations have been issued for Polk, Henderson, Rutherford, Greenville and Pickens counties in the Carolinas. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Wildfires in both North Carolina and South Carolina are continuing to spread with litte-to-no containment. The biggest fires are within 20 miles of each other. In North Carolina, the Black Cove, Deep Woods and Fish Hook fires are now being tracked under the consolidated umbrella of the Black Cove complex. The fires, which started…

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National Guard saves firefighter trapped in wildfires

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National Guard saves firefighter trapped in wildfires

The North Carolina National Guard rescued an injured firefighter trapped by a falling tree during wildfire operations in western North Carolina. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The North Carolina National Guard rescued a firefighter injured while combating wildfires in western North Carolina on Tuesday. The firefighter sustained injuries during clearing operations approximately 20 miles south of Asheville. While on duty, a falling tree trapped the firefighter, resulting in a serious leg injury. A specialized seven-member rescue team,…

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Wildfire in Columbus County 100 percent contained

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Wildfire in Columbus County 100 percent contained

44 seconds ago Photo: WWAY COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — A wildfire that burned more than 300 acres near Lake Waccamaw has been fully contained. According to the North Carolina Forest Service, the wildfire was located near Crusoe Island Road and burned 343 acres. Property owner Ervin Etheridge lives near where the wildfire happened and spoke about what he saw. “It really turned into something you see on TV, especially lately when there’s so many…

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Air quality alert for Columbus County due to a wildfire

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Air quality alert for Columbus County due to a wildfire

5 minutes ago Photo: MGN COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — An air quality alert is out for Columbus County due to a wildfire near Lake Waccamaw reported Tuesday afternoon. NCDEQ issued a Code Orange Air Quality Action Day due to a “rapidly growing” wildfire near Crusoe Island Road. According to the North Carolina Forest Service, the wildfire size 200 acres and is zero percent contained as of 4:55 p.m. This wildfire is ongoing, stay tuned…

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