Carolina Hurricanes' traditions: 'Storm Surge' postgame celebration, a 'Bunch of Jerks'

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Carolina Hurricanes' traditions: 'Storm Surge' postgame celebration, a 'Bunch of Jerks'

By Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer Carolina Hurricanes fans have unique traditions, including the post-win “Storm Surge” celebration and the embrace of the “bunch of jerks” label after a hockey broadcaster’s criticism. These customs, along with pregame tailgating, contribute to the vibrant atmosphere surrounding the Hurricanes as they prepare for their seventh consecutive playoff appearance. Here’s a look at their traditions: ‘Storm surge’ celebration after a win The Carolina Hurricanes’ “Storm Surge” is a…

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Carolina Hurricanes' traditions: 'Storm Surge' postgame celebration, a 'Bunch of Jerks'

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Carolina Hurricanes' traditions: 'Storm Surge' postgame celebration, a 'Bunch of Jerks'

By Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer Carolina Hurricanes fans have unique traditions, including the post-win “Storm Surge” celebration and the embrace of the “bunch of jerks” label after a hockey broadcaster’s criticism. These customs, along with pregame tailgating, contribute to the vibrant atmosphere surrounding the Hurricanes as they prepare for their seventh consecutive playoff appearance. Here’s a look at their traditions: ‘Storm surge’ celebration after a win The Carolina Hurricanes’ “Storm Surge” is a…

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North Carolina to appeal FEMA’s denial of 100% cost-share extension after Hurricane Helene

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North Carolina to appeal FEMA’s denial of 100% cost-share extension after Hurricane Helene

While visiting western North Carolina, the governor received word that FEMA had denied the state’s request. RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina plans to appeal the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) decision to deny an extension of the 100% federal reimbursement for disaster recovery costs following Hurricane Helene, the governor’s office confirmed with WFMY News 2 on Tuesday. The state has been granted 30 days to file the appeal, and the governor’s office said more information…

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Ask the Meteorologist: How far can tornadoes travel?

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Ask the Meteorologist: How far can tornadoes travel?

The National Weather Service offices in Little Rock, Arkansas, and Paducah, Kentucky, concluded that a tornado in mid-March traveled nearly 118 miles. March 14 tornado in Arkansas and Missouri In Missouri alone, this outbreak caused more than a dozen tornadoes. In Arkansas, it produced 15 tornadoes. This tornado’s path was extremely long, but the record for longest tornado in Arkansas was back in 2008. It traveled almost 122 miles. That’s according to the Midwestern Regional…

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A beloved pet tortoise is reunited with its family weeks after disappearing in a Mississippi tornado

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“It feels good to kind of have some kind of happy out of so much sad and grief and loss.” Myrtle, a cherished pet tortoise, has been reunited with its family in Mississippi weeks after disappearing during a deadly tornado outbreak in March. “He’s been through a lot,” said Myrtle’s grateful owner, Tiffany Emanuel. “I know that he knows just as much as I do that every step of the way I’m going to be…

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NC's FEMA aid extension for Hurricane Helene recovery denied

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NC's FEMA aid extension for Hurricane Helene recovery denied

ASHEVILLE, N.C. — The White House denied North Carolina’s request for FEMA to extend full reimbursement for Helene damages. The state initially requested an extension of 100% of federal costs for debris removal and emergency protective measures. Friday, the agency denied the request stating it was “not warranted.”  In a post on X, Governor Josh Stein said he heard about the news while in Newland, a community devastated by Hurricane Helene. He said the need…

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NC's FEMA aid extension for Hurricane Helene recovery denied

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NC's FEMA aid extension for Hurricane Helene recovery denied

ASHEVILLE, N.C. — The White House denied North Carolina’s request for FEMA to extend full reimbursement for Helene damages. The state initially requested an extension of 100% of federal costs for debris removal and emergency protective measures. Friday, the agency denied the request stating it was “not warranted.”  In a post on X, Governor Josh Stein said he heard about the news while in Newland, a community devastated by Hurricane Helene. He said the need…

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NC Gov. Stein pledges continued Hurricane Helene recovery support in 100-day address

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NC Gov. Stein pledges continued Hurricane Helene recovery support in 100-day address

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein marked his 100th day in office on Thursday with a visit to Asheville. ASHEVILLE, N.C. — North Carolina Governor Josh Stein marked his 100th day in office on Thursday with a visit to Asheville, where he addressed local government officials about ongoing Hurricane Helene recovery efforts. Speaking to an audience of county commissioners, mayors, city councilors, and local government staff, Stein acknowledged the six-month anniversary of the devastating storm that…

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Austin adopts new map that greatly expands area at risk of wildfire

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Austin adopts new map that greatly expands area at risk of wildfire

Businesses and homes that sit on just over half of all habitable land in the City of Austin are now at risk of being destroyed in a wildfire, according to a map City Council members adopted Thursday. The map is included in changes to the city’s Wildland-Urban Interface, or WUI, which regulates areas where wilderness abuts development and homes and businesses are most likely to be wrecked by wildfire. Historically, homes in West Austin have…

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CenterPoint Energy accelerates infrastructure improvements ahead of hurricane season

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CenterPoint Energy accelerates infrastructure improvements ahead of hurricane season

CenterPoint Energy is fast-tracking infrastructure improvements before hurricane season after criticism over its response to Hurricane Beryl. ROSENBERG, Texas — CenterPoint Energy is implementing significant changes to its power infrastructure following widespread criticism over its response to Hurricane Beryl last summer. The category 1 storm left approximately 2 million customers without power for a week or longer during intense summer heat, resulting in at least 15 heat-related deaths. The energy provider, which faced an investigation by…

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Carolina Hurricanes playoff tickets go on sale Thursday

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Carolina Hurricanes playoff tickets go on sale Thursday

By Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer Raleigh, N.C. — The Carolina Hurricanes announced single-game playoff tickets will go on sale this week. Tickets for the general public go on sale at noon ET Thursday, April 10. Season-ticket holders will have the opportunity to buy playoff tickets first on Wednesday, April 9. People can get text updates about playoff tickets by texting “PLAYOFFS25” to 919-705-0896. It’s unclear which team the Canes will match up against…

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Ask the Meteorologist: Why do tornadoes target Tornado Alley, Dixie Alley?

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Ask the Meteorologist: Why do tornadoes target Tornado Alley, Dixie Alley?

Less than 10 days into April, the United States has seen more than 100 reported tornadoes. Since I started this job in 2014, I’ve oftentimes visited schools, rotary clubs, assisted living centers, etc. One of the questions I get most often is either a) “how do tornadoes form?” or b) “why do tornadoes target certain parts of the country?” Tornadoes in NC vs. other states As many of you know, we’re not immune to tornadoes….

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Nonprofit closes distribution site that aided thousands after Hurricane Helene

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Nonprofit closes distribution site that aided thousands after Hurricane Helene

Non-profit Valley Strong Disaster Relief (VSDR) is shifting its focus toward clean up and repair in western North Carolina after closing their supply distribution site in March. Silverados, a dive bar and former music venue based in Black Mountain, provided aid to local communities for over five months following the effects of Hurricane Helene Co-founder of VSDR Ian Monley was initially out of town at an antique festival when Helene reached the area. “At first,…

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Trump approves federal assistance amid Arkansas flooding

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Trump approves federal assistance amid Arkansas flooding

President Donald Trump approved Gov. Sarah Sanders request for assistance with the state response to storms, tornadoes and flooding that began April 2. LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced that President Donald Trump has approved federal assistance in response to the severe weather hitting Arkansas.  Arkansas requested an Emergency Declaration for Direct Federal Assistance to assist with the state response to storms, tornadoes and flooding that started on April 2. After last…

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Weather Impact Alert: Tornado Watch issued for much of Southeast Texas until 9 p.m.

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Weather Impact Alert: Tornado Watch issued for much of Southeast Texas until 9 p.m.

Southeast Texas braces for severe weather this weekend as a cold front brings storms. HOUSTON — After a week of warm, muggy weather and gusty winds, Southeast Texas residents should prepare for a risk of severe weather heading into the weekend. Active watches and warnings: The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch until 9 p.m. for much of Southeast Texas, including Harris, Fort Bend, Montgomery, Brazoria, Galveston, Chambers, Liberty, Polk, and San Jacinto counties The…

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