Weather

18 Named Storms Predicted This Hurricane Season

Will Michaels — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 09:00:00 +0000

Early forecasts predict an active hurricane season along the Atlantic coast.

Researchers at Colorado State University expect 18 named storms this year. They say four of those will likely be major storms at Category 3 or higher.

American Red Cross Launches Free Tornado App

Catherine Brand — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 21:43:08 +0000

A new tornado app from the American Red Cross is out this week. Available in both English and Spanish, it gives users instant access to local, real-time information on severe weather alerts and warnings.

Severe Weather Awareness Week Kicks Off With Signs Of Wintry Mix

Eric Hodge — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 12:30:37 +0000

Snow in the forecast Wednesday is a reminder that bad weather can hit North Carolina at any time. This is severe weather awareness week across the state and officials are urging the public to be prepared. Meteorologist Nick Petro says a statewide tornado drill will take place Wednesday morning.

Slushy Morning Will Give Way to Rainy Afternoon

Will Michaels — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 12:44:05 +0000

The National Weather Service says a winter weather advisory remained in effect for central North Carolina through 10 a.m. Friday. Forecasters say freezing rain will shift to rain through late morning in the Triangle and Triad. Meteorologist Nick Petro says temperatures will hover around the freezing mark.

"We're going to have to watch out for local slick spots, mainly on bridges and overpasses first, and as we get to the late morning, temperatures will then rise back above freezing," Petro says.

Artist Makes Indoor Tornado At CAM

Nicole Campbell and Frank Stasio — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 15:52:33 +0000

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yy7S8lCohN4

Wintery Mix Serves Up Slick Roads

Gurnal Scott — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 21:13:02 +0000

Triangle areas are experiencing sleet, freezing rain and -- in some parts snow -- as part of a winter weather system quickly passing through. While the falling precipitation is expected to end this evening, the slick conditions it will leave behind may cause issues for drivers into tomorrow morning. NC DOT spokeswoman Jennifer Garifo says maintenance employees are planning for long shifts today.

Slushy Day Ahead

Will Michaels — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 13:03:06 +0000

The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for much of central and western North Carolina. Meteorologist Phil Badgett says snow and sleet could cause slippery road conditions Friday afternoon.

As Temperatures Drop Shelters Prepare For Those In Need

Jeff Tiberii — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 22:27:22 +0000

On Tuesday night in Greensboro the temperature is expected to drop into the teens and shelters are expecting to be at or near capacity. Four years ago there was a significant rise in the number of people seeking shelter during the winter months. Greensboro didn’t have enough beds and on many cold nights dozens of people had to sleep on floors. The city responded by opening a half dozen winter emergency shelters for frigid nights like tonight. Reverend Mike Aiken says those facilities opened December 1st and will be packed this week.

10 Years After Ice Storm, Responders Say Preparation Is Key

Gurnal Scott — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 10:00:00 +0000

North Carolinians are remembering a paralyzing ice storm that happened 10 years ago today.

About 1-point-8 million people were without power at the storm's height. Residents, businesses and first responders were all at the storm's mercy. Many of them have learned lessons a decade later. Barry Porter of the American Red Cross says mobilizing before any storm is important

Coast Prepares For Hurricane Sandy

Gurnal Scott — Sat, 27 Oct 2012 12:00:00 +0000

Residents along North Carolina's coast are watching to see what Hurricane Sandy does in the Atlantic.