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Former FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate joins us to outline urgent ways the federal government can improve disaster response—before the next hurricane or wildfire hits. In this exclusive interview, we break down his recent Tampa Bay Times column calling for smarter survivor assistance, faster public rebuilding, and stronger local preparedness.With hurricane season just weeks away, Fugate—who led FEMA under Presidents Obama and Bush—explains how the agency can move faster, deliver clearer help to families, and avoid rebuilding the same vulnerable communities over and over.Read Craig Fugate's column: https://www.tampabay.com/opinion/2025/03/25/three-ways-president-trump-can-improve-femas-disaster-response-column/

NASA Solar System Ambassador Tony Rice returns to the Carolina Weather Group for a jam-packed episode diving into the latest from space. Recorded June 11, 2025, this episode covers:

In this extended interview from April 29, 2015, the Carolina Weather Group closes out Severe Weather Awareness Month with a true icon in meteorology: Gary England, the legendary Oklahoma broadcaster who revolutionized how America prepares for tornadoes.For decades, Gary was the face of Oklahoma City's severe weather coverage, becoming a household name through his calm presence during some of the nation's most destructive tornado outbreaks. In this episode, he sits down with us to reflect on his storied career—from his time serving in the Navy, to earning his meteorology degree, to becoming the first on-air meteorologist to use commercial Doppler radar to issue life-saving tornado warnings.

Meteorologist and hurricane expert Michael Lowry joins us to break down NOAA's newly released 2025 hurricane forecast — and the growing crisis inside the National Weather Service.In this interview, we discuss:Why forecasters expect another active Atlantic hurricane seasonWhat cooling ocean temperatures really mean for storm activityHow El Niño, La Niña, and “La Nada” could influence the months aheadThe severe staffing shortages hitting coastal forecast officesWhat the loss of hurricane hunters and weather balloons could mean for your safetyWhat it means to “be ready for your one”Michael is the author of Eye on the Tropics, a science-focused newsletter breaking down hurricanes, climate, and ocean patterns in ways everyone can understand.

NOAA has officially released its forecast for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season—and it's expected to be above-normal. The agency is predicting 13 to 19 named storms, including 6 to 10 hurricanes and up to 5 major hurricanes (Category 3 or higher).Forecasters say above-average ocean temperatures, weaker wind shear, and a more active West African Monsoon are all setting the stage for a busy season from June 1 through November 30.This video breaks down:NOAA's full hurricane outlookWhy the Atlantic is primed for tropical activityNew tools and updates for forecasting and preparation in 2025Why inland communities should also prepare, not just coastal regions

This week, we look back at our first storm-chasing adventure in 2019. Join Scotty Powell, Evan Fisher and Chris Jackson as they take you on a multi-state trip to see severe weather as it happens.#northcarolina #southcarolina #weather #ncwx #scwx #podcast

There is a large power outage in western North Carolina around Asheville.The power outage comes amid gusty winds caused by the passage of a cold front.Over 26,000 Duke Energy customers are without power in many of the same locations hard hit by Hurricane Helene last night.The cause of the outage is known. Electricity is expected to return later Saturday night.

Days of persistent storms have produced tornadoes in both North Carolina and South Carolina. The latest on the damage they caused. Plus, we're tracking new severe storms across the Carolinas live.Plus, a lingering flood threat brought on by days of heavy. Boone, NC reported over five inches of rain since Sunday. Where the creeks, streams and rivers are overflowing their banks.Plus, whatever became of that EF-U tornado we told you about last week? Storm chaser Tommy Augustine returns to Jamesville to find, what he calls, previously undiscovered tornado damage. Could this be enough to give the tornado a property ranking on the Enhanced Fujita scale?

Breaking news: We're working to gather details about a reported earthquake shaking portions of NC, SC, GA and TN.

On Monday, storm chaser Tommy Augustine witnessed something that, as a storm spotter, got the National Weather Service to issue a verified tornado warning: a tornado was on the ground near Jamesville, North Carolina.His video quickly made it online and to television, where it was viewed and analyzed on the Weather Channel by Jim Cantore.However, after some analysis and investigation, the National Weather Service has concluded the tornado's strength was an EF-U, a rare classification on the enhanced Fujita scale.Without any sufficient wind damage, meteorologists could not accurately estimate the storm's strength, making it impossible to give it a more traditional EF ranking.This week on the Carolina Weather Group, we're talking with Tommy Augustine about his drone video and storm chase. We're also joined by WCNC Chief Meteorologist Brad Panovich, who quickly shared Tommy's video in the minutes after it was first recorded.

When Hurricane Helene devastated Chimney Rock, NC, it left behind destruction—but also sparked a wave of resilience. In this episode, WCNC Charlotte's Jesse Pierre joins us to share her powerful firsthand reporting from the ground. Hear the stories of loss, community strength, and the remarkable volunteers helping rebuild one nail at a time.We discuss:What Jesse witnessed while covering the recoveryStories of residents who lost everything but never gave upHow volunteers from hundreds of miles away stepped inThe long-term challenges ahead—and the hope that remains

This week, we're looking at damaging hail in North Carolina and South Carolina -- as well as a look back at the damaging storm that impacted Rock Hill, South Carolina a year ago.

This week on the Carolina Weather Group, we're revisiting two unforgettable tornado outbreaks that impacted the Carolinas — and the brave meteorologists, storm chasers, and first responders who lived them firsthand.

Join us for a live edition of the Carolina Weather Group, where we're diving into the wild weather week that rocked the southern United States. From heat waves to intense tornadoes, James Brierton (Charlotte, NC), Frank Strait (Columbia, SC), and returning guest Kit Thomas (ABC 24 Memphis) break down what happened, where it hit hardest, and how forecasters kept up with the chaos.

Legendary WCNC Charlotte weatherman Larry Sprinkle is smashing that alarm clock and handing off his weather clicker after 40 years with the NBC affiliate in Charlotte.Sprinkle, who has been a longtime staple on the station's morning show, will still be with the station. While he hands off weekday morning responsibilities to meteorologist Chris Mulcahy, Sprinkle will continue to share community stories with viewers. He will often lend his smile to pet adoption segments and charity events.Ahead of his final morning show, the Carolina Weather Group's James Brierton talked with Sprinkle about his career, which has touched countless Charlotteans over the years.WCNC Charlotte is hosting a week of events to celebrate Sprinkle. After throwing out the first pitch at the Charlotte Knights game on Wednesday, Sprinkle can also be seen at:Coffee with SprinkleWhen: Friday, April 4, 8 to 10 a.m.Where: Amelie's at Park Road Shopping Center, 524 Brandywine Rd, Charlotte, NC 28209What: Join Sprinkle for a morning of coffee, conversation, and memories.The Schiele Museum EventWhen: Saturday, April 5, 10 a.m. to noonWhere: Schiele Museum, 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054What: Celebrate Sprinkle's milestone with a special event at the museum. Tickets are available for purchase.Donate: Sprinkle loves animals! Support a cause close to his heart when you bring a can or bag of pet food and exchange it for a raffle ticket and the chance to win a gift basket. One ticket equals every can or pound of food. Drawing will happen at 12 p.m. Saturday, April 5 at The Schiele Museum. Cat and dog food will be donated to The Carlee Cause, a Gaston County organization committed to helping unwanted pets find love and security in new homes.Charlotte AutoFairWhen: The AutoFair runs Thursday, April 3 - Saturday, April 5 at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Larry Sprinkle will help with the closing ceremonies and awards on Saturday, April 5 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Where: Charlotte Motor Speedway, 5555 Concord Pkwy S, Concord, NC 28027What: Larry will help award the “Best of Show” car. Tickets are available for purchaseA remarkable careerSprinkle's broadcasting journey began at just 14 years old as a DJ at WBBO radio in Forest City, North Carolina. This early start led to a successful career in radio that took him across the Carolinas and Tennessee. With a passion for weather, Larry pursued his college education wherever his radio career took him, attending East Carolina University, the University of Memphis, and UNC Charlotte.In 1985, Larry's career shifted when he joined the weather team at WCNC Charlotte, where he has remained for almost four decades. For 27 of those years, Larry has been delivering weather reports as part of the morning news. Throughout his career, he has covered a wide range of weather events, from severe storms and hurricanes to everyday forecasts, providing viewers with vital information to help them stay safe and prepared.Beyond his weather reports, Larry has devoted himself to various charities, including Make-A-Wish, JDRF, the Salvation Army, and Boys and Girls Clubs. His dedication to these causes has made a significant impact on the community. He has helped nonprofits raise an astounding $27 million throughout his career. #northcarolina #southcarolina #weather #ncwx #scwx #podcast

Wildfires are burning in both North Carolina and South Carolina. New evacuations issued on Wednesday as new fires ignite in new counties. James Brierton with the latest on the firefighting efforts to contain the biggest fires burning in the South.Plus, the somber six-month anniversary of Helene. Frank Strait and Evan Fisher are in Asheville with what scientists have learned about the historic storm and the impressive data it left behind in its wake.

Growing wildfires in both North Carolina and South Carolina have led to new residential evacuations on Tuesday.Table Rock Fire:Status: 2,293 acres with 0% containmentPickens County Evacuations: Asia Li Ln, Bird Song Trl, Blue Mountain Way, Bluff Ridge Rd, Bobcat Dr, Bridle Dr, Caesars Head Hwy, Cherry Blossom Ln, Cisson Ridge Rd, Cold Mountain View, Cougar Trl, Cripple Creek Rd, Curts Way, Dogwood Mountain Rd, Dry Lake Rd, Duckwood Ln, Elizabeth Dr, Fast Ln, Fish Hawk Rd, Green Acres Dr, Hardin Rd, Hardwood Ln, Hwy 11, Ledge Rd, Locust Rdg, Misty Mountain Way, Mulligan Ford Hill Rd, Pumpkin Ln, Pumpkin Mountain Rd, Raven Cliff Rd, Raven Ct, Ridge Springs Rd, River Bluff Rd, River Rd, Rockcrest Rd, Rockcrest Rdg, Rockview Ct, Rocky Rd, S Saluda Rd, Saluda Hill Rd, Saluda Shore Dr, Trinity Trl, Wayside Dr, Wild Brook Dr, Winding Trl, Wotawok TrlSee this fire live: https://youtube.com/live/swAex0oeFBM?feature=share Persimmon Fire near Caesars Head:Status: 996 acres with 0% containmentGreenville County Evacuations: Greenville Evacuations: Table Rock Rd, Matthews Creek Ln, River Rock Ct, Ragsdale Rd, Pipe Line Ln, Gintomo Rd, Hagood Rd, Haygood Rd, Lakemont Rd, Caesars Head Hwy, Sky Ranche Rd, Asbury Dr, Laurel Dr, Saluda Hill Church Rd, Geer Hwy, Burgess Rd, Grey Logs Trl, Caesars Point, River Rock Ct, Spring Park Dr, North Lake Dr, Trails End, Boy Scout Rd, Sevenbark Ln, Larkspur Ln, Table Rock Rd extension, Mountain Laurel Dr, Birchbend, Sourwood Ln, Conifer Falls Rd, Hemlock Trl, Cliff Ridge Dr, Rhododendron, Trillium Way, Chestnut Blf, Echo Dr, Echo Dr extension, Jack Ray Dr, Southside Dr, Sunrise Dr, Upper Oil Camp, Woodvine, Columbine Way, Old Springfield Rd, Rosemond Rd, Burgess Rd, Lookoff Dr, Club Terrace Dr, Wildcat Rd, Punctatum Pl, Point Of View Ln, Happy Acres RdPolk and Henderson counties:Black Cove Fire: Status: 3,046 acres with 0% containmentDeep Woods Fire: Status: 2,923 acres with 0% containmentHenderson County Evacuations: Henderson County Emergency Management and the North Carolina Forest Service are issuing an evacuation order for the "Summer Haven" community in Henderson County. This includes Macedonia Road EAST of Interstate 26, Skyland Acres Road, Knight Road, Summer Haven Lane and S. Fine Way. An emergency shelter has been set up at the Henderson County Parks & Recreation Athletics and Activities Center at 708 South Grove Street, Hendersonville NC 29792Polk County Evacuations: Big Hungry Rd, Deer Trl, English Heifer Cove Rd, Scarlets Mountain Rd, Spurgeon Cove Ln, 5079 - 7265 Holbert Cove Rd (North Side), Fox Paw Ln, 1091 - 1528 Green River Cove Rd, Lady Slipper Trl, Charity Branch Dr, Deep Woods Ln, Gamelands Trl, Moonshine Trc, Oakview Ln, Piney Gate Rd, Piney Overlook Ln, Wesley Ln, Windsong Ln, Volley WaySee an interactive evacuation map for Polk and Henderson counties in North Carolina: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1usnYrYs6pofyEWfoza7jmsfVU3OZWGs&ll=35.2756821678172%2C-82.30611714038086&z=13&fbclid=IwY2xjawJPvFpleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHVqS0O_5RzOp9ps5aaaNvMV9BDt2OXKN18-EGBh9NM6qtpvX2EirbaOXUA_aem_bqKjlNcQ77dswzo0uRUILQSee a dashboard status of all the fires: https://www.arcgis.com/home/webmap/viewer.html?webmap=df8bcc10430f48878b01c96e907a1fc3

Thousands of acres of burning in North Carolina and South Carolina this weekend are due to extremely high fire danger.The largest fires are in Polk County, North Carolina, where firefighters are battling the Black Cobve, Deep Woods and Fish Hook fires. Combined over 3,000 acres have burned and nearby residents have been evacuated to a shelter in Columbus.Fires are burned Saturday in Table Rock, South Carolina and Burke County, North Carolina.A Norfolk Southern freight train started a small grass fire in Huntersville, North Carolina.The weather forecast remains dry and sunny. Combined with leftover storm debris from Helene and ongoing gusty winds, state officials in both North Carolina and South Carolina have issued statewide burn bans.James Brierton provides this update on the ongoing wildfires from the Carolina Weather Group studio in Charlotte.

#northcarolina #southcarolina #weather #ncwx #scwx #podcast In this video, we break down Governor Josh Stein's historic signing of the Disaster Recovery Act of 2025 Part 1, his first bill into law. Learn how the $524 million allocated for western North Carolina will provide critical support—from aiding farmers and repairing infrastructure to extending emergency declarations after Hurricane Helene. We also explore the additional $217 million earmarked for eastern NC, and what these steps mean for communities still recovering. Stay tuned for in-depth analysis on the ongoing recovery efforts and the push for $19 billion in federal support for even more resilient infrastructure and disaster readiness.Plus:1. Tornadoes, damaging winds, hail storms in North Carolina and South Carolina2. NASA SpaceX Crew-9 return home from space3. Windy weather combined with low humidity creates more fire danger (and even some snow and wintry weather at the highest elevations in western North Carolina.)

#weather #northcarolina #southcarolina #ncwx #scwx #podcastAnother round of severe weather is forecast to bring damaging winds and tornadoes to the Carolinas this weekend. The latest forecast analysis on what you can expect.Plus, NASA and SpaceX postpone the launch of Crew-10 to the International Space Station. When will the "stranded astronauts" come home?Dirty rain fell in the Carolinas. Where did it come from and why did it happen?On this date in weather history, we look back at the 1993 super snow and the 1962 Ash Wednesday Storm.The latest on the DOGE cuts to NOAA and the National Weather Service.

At least one tornado has been confirmed and a dozen confirmed reports of wind damage across the Carolinas today. A line of severe storms moved across both North Carolina and South Carolina today, Wednesday, March 5, 2025.The Carolina Weather Group's James Brierton tours the damage of EF-1 tornado damage in Union County, North Carolina. The damage seen near Porter Ridge schools as the tornado moved from Indian Trail into Unionville.Plus we talk about the federal cuts to NOAA and the National Weather Service. Where does that leave the agency's life-saving weather operations? We discuss.The latest on the Carolina Forest Fire near Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Scotty Powell is there in Horry County with the latest.Intuitive Machines and NASA are set to land the second privately owned spacecraft on the moon this week.And a special shoutout to our friends at @WeatherBrains , who are getting ready to celebrate their 1,000th episode!

Numerous wildfires are burning in the Carolinas, including a fire near Myrtle Beach prompting the evacuation of residents in Carolina Forest in Horry County. Other fires are burning near Tryon, North Carolina and across the region.Latest high-resolution ensemble guidance continues to suggest a large area of elevated to near-critical fire weather conditions in the lee of the Appalachians and across the Southeast this afternoon. A very dry airmass has settled across the region in the wake of a dry cold front, with current surface observations indicating dewpoints between 25-35F. Highs near 70F today will support several hours of critical minimum RH values near 20-30% amidst receptive fuels and breezy downslope west/southwesterly surface winds. At this time, the best overlap of stronger surface winds (sustained winds near 20 mph and wind gusts 20-30 mph) and critical fuels appears to be across portions of western North and South Carolina, where a Critical fire weather area has been introduced. The Elevated area was also expanded farther across portions of the Northeast, along the Appalachians, and across the Southeast.

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This special audio-only episode of The Carolina Weather Group delves into the ongoing recovery efforts in Western North Carolina, five months after Hurricane Helene's devastating landfall. Hear firsthand reports from the Public News Service, highlighting the challenges communities face as they rebuild infrastructure, address mental health concerns, and combat misinformation slowing relief efforts.Discover how local organizations, including Centro Unido, are applying pandemic-era lessons to accelerate hurricane recovery, and how conservationists are advocating for stronger protections to safeguard endangered species and fragile ecosystems. Plus, learn how citizen scientists are stepping up to fill crucial data gaps in weather forecasting.Tune in for these powerful stories of resilience and recovery, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and share this episode!

Ice and snow is accumulating in the Carolinas as a winter storm moves through North Carolina and South Carolina. Tonight we're live around the Carolinas tracking the impacts of the winter storm including road closures, school delays, and power outages.Current, local weather conditions across both North Carolina and South Carolina featuring your local weather forecast, weather radar maps, and real-time severe weather alerts.Join us for this stream and watch live cameras in cities including Aiken, Anderson, Asheville, Boone, Charleston, Charlotte, Columbia, Fayetteville, Florence, Greensboro, Greenville, the Outer Banks and Hatteras, Hilton Head, Morehead City, Myrtle Beach, Raleigh, Spartanburg, Wilmington, and more. MERCH: https://www.youtube.com/@CarolinaWeatherGroup/store LEAVE A TIP: https://streamelements.com/carolinawxgroup/tip️ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST: https://anchor.fm/carolinaweather SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://patreon.com/carolinaweathergroup VISIT OUR WEBSITE: https://carolinaweathergroup.comThe Carolina Weather Group operates a weekly talk show of the same name. Broadcasting each week from the Carolinas, the show is dedicated to covering weather, science, technology, and more with newsmakers from the field of atmospheric science. With co-hosts across both North Carolina and South Carolina, the show may closely feature both NC weather and SC weather, but the topics are universally enjoyable for any weather fan. Join us as we talk about weather, the environment, the atmosphere, space travel, and all the technology that makes it possible.

Up to six inches of snow are possible in eastern North Carolina along with over 0.25" of ice. That's where the largest impacts from this winter storm are expected: eastern North Carolina. A combination of snow, sleet, freezing and ice is expected across much of North Carolina on Wednesday and Thursday.South Carolina is forecast to see largely just rain.James Brierton has the latest forecast update on the storm.Be sure to join us Wednesday at 9 p.m. for our live show tracking the winter storm.

Months after Helene, there are still dozen of unused FEMA trailers sitting in a staging area in Hickory, North Carolina. Why are they not distributed to survivors? Our guest this week is WCNC Charlotte's Nate Morabito, who investigated why the trailers are there and what type of housing support is reaching Helene victims in western North Carolina.Plus the ongoing risk of ice, snow and flooding in the Carolinas -- and could we see more snow next week? A look at the forecast analysis.

There is a threat of icy, winter weather in the western North Carolina mountains tonight followed by a threat of rain-induced flash flooding tomorrow.Icy conditions could lead to power outages and dangerous travel conditions.Flooding could lead to water spilling out of creeks and streams because rainfall accumulation accounts for upward of three inches. James Brierton has a severe weather update for this Tuesday night.#ncwx #scwx #podcast

The numbers are in and 2024 was the warmest year on record. How do the climate records look in North Carolina and South Carolina? Our guests this week, Corey Davis, assistant state climatologist at the North Carolina State Climate Office, and our own Frank Strait, the severe weather liaison at South Carolina DNR. Plus, spring training for Girls Who Chase is just weeks away. Founder and leader Jennifer Walton joins us to tell us what it's all about. And your latest Carolina Weather headlines including the ongoing relief from Helene, the wildfires in western North Carolina and key Carolina weather history anniversaries.

Breaking news out of Washington, D.C.: passenger flight PSA Flight 5342 and a military helicopter collide over the Potomac River near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Carolina Weather Group live coverage of the tragedy, which prompted a massive emergency response and search and rescue effort in the frigid river. Hear from our aviation experts on what flight data shows us about the flight of American Airlines flight, which was being operated as American Eagle, and the Black Hawk helicopter. Live analysis of the mid-air collision from Ricky Matthews and Chris Jackson. Coverage of the crash begins at 20 minutes in this live stream replay. Before the breaking news, join us as we cover at least three wildfires burning in western North Carolina, including the Crooked Creek fire which has forced evacuations near Old Fort, North Carolina in McDowell County. The area was hit hard by Helene and now has hundreds of acres burning in what was described as an "out of control" wildfire. Tonight, WLOS's Jason Boyer joins the Carolina Weather Group with the latest on the fire -- and to explain the weather conditions promoting the start and spread of fires. With low humidity and gusty winds, the fire danger remains high.

Another major snowstorm has brought inches of snow to the Carolinas. Tonight, we look at impressive snowfall totals, including 9 inches of snow along the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Additionally, cold temperatures will keep many locations in the Carolinas at or below freezing for days. Icy roads, frozen pipes and power outages are concerns because of the cold weather.

Governor Josh Stein and emergency management leaders outlined preparations for the dangerously cold temperatures and expected snowfall in North Carolina on Tuesday and Wednesday.

#snow #storm #northcarolina #southcarolina #weather #radar Another major snowstorm is forecast to impact the weather in both North Carolina and South Carolina. Starting on Tuesday and continuing into Wednesday, snow, ice, sleet and rain are forecast for both North Carolina and South Carolina. For some places in the Carolinas, it will be the second encounter with winter weather this month. Additionally, cold temperatures will keep many locations in the Carolinas at or below freezing for days. Icy roads, frozen pipes and power outages are concerns because of the cold weather. Tonight, special edition of the Carolina Weather Group podcast analyzing the latest winter storm forecast for locations including, but not limited too, Aiken, Anderson, Asheville, Boone, Charleston, Charlotte, Columbia, Fayetteville, Florence, Greensboro, Greenville, the Outer Banks and Hatteras, Hilton Head, Morehead City, Myrtle Beach, Raleigh, Spartanburg, Wilmington, and more. #ncwx #scwx #podcast

With thousands of acres burning near Los Angeles, California, the Carolina Weather Group examines whether the California Wildfires could happen here in the Carolinas. What are the conditions that make fires spread, such as wind, temperature and humidity? Plus, what key research is being done right here in the Carolinas to help keep people safe from fires? We revisit the studies of IBHS. Plus, some of the coldest air of the season is headed this way next week. Could it bring more snow with it? We're taking an early look at the winter weather forecast.

For the first time in years, a major snowstorm could impact an extended portion of the Carolinas on Friday and Saturday. Starting on Friday and continuing into Saturday, snow, ice, sleet and rain are forecast for both North Carolina and South Carolina. For some places in the Carolinas, it could be the first significant snowfall in some time. This week on the Carolina Weather Group, our panel with the latest snow forecast and timing to help you understand what to expect. Our guests this week are Brad Panovich, chief meteorologist at WCNC Charlotte, and Tim Buckley, chief meteorologist at WFMY News 2. Plus the latest news headlines on the ongoing recovery from Helene in western North Carolina -- and a look at the wind-driven fires of southern California. #northcarolina #southcarolina #weather #ncwx #scwx #podcast

Listen exclusively to the Carolina Weather Group's Panelist Playlist on Spotify The Carolina Weather Group panelists are here to wish you a happy holiday with a spin of their favorite seasonal tune. Plus friends of the show Jim Cantore of The Weather Channel, and Christian Morgan of WFMY-TV, stop by to share their favorite holiday songs. Listen to our previous Panelist Playlists: ⁠James Brierton⁠ ⁠Scotty Powell⁠ ⁠Evan Fisher⁠ ⁠Jared Smith⁠ ⁠Shea Gibson⁠ ⁠Peter Planamente⁠ ⁠Frank Strait⁠ ⁠Go behind the scenes of this series in a conversation with its creator, Tim Pounds⁠ ⁠SUPPORT US ON PATREON⁠ ⁠VISIT OUR WEBSITE⁠ ⁠FIND US ON YOUTUBE⁠

#northcarolina #southcarolina #weather #ncwx #scwx #podcast After Helene, the communities of Chimney Rock, Lake Lure and Batcove were among some of the most devastated areas in western North Carolina. Closed since the storm because of destroyed roads and unsafe buildings, Christmas was brought to the community on Saturday, Dec. 14 for a special one-day holiday market. Gathered outside the Lake Lure Inn, Cityserve hosted small businesses that have been hard-pressed without the regular fall tourism season. The event also featured bus tours through Chimney Rock, which remains closed to the outside public. Join the Carolina Weather Group as we bring Christmas to the people of western North Carolina. Hear from some of those hardest hit by the storm and how the holiday spirit has managed to find its way into the North Carolina mountains. Also hear from those who came out to support the community, including 2023 NASCAR Xfinity Series champion Cole Custer and Henderson Motorsports's Stefan Parsons. We also get an update from the Army Corps of Engineering, which has been working to rebuild the lake and surrounding infrastructure since the storm. Featuring the Carolina Weather Group's James Brierton and Dan Whittaker and WCNC Charlotte's Brad Panovich. Join us for this live stream event from the recovering shorlines of Lake Lure.

Wilmington, North Carolina-based storm chaser Mark Sudduth shares highlights of his 2024 storm-chasing year. Mark used new, homegrown hail technology to document hail like never seen before! Mark shares stories of chasing severe weather including tornadoes. Mark has made a name for himself documenting storms in his films and live storm chasing on hurricanetrack.com. He tells his experiences chasing hurricanes in 2024 such as Beryl, Helene and Milton. He also had the chance to see the 2024 total solar eclipse. Order a 2025 Carolina Weather Group desk calendar: https://forms.gle/Z1qhqh1h78hMpc8g9

This week some parts of North Carolina saw their first snowflakes in years, but when you examine the data further, there's a technicality that means the snow drought continues in some places that did see snow. We'll explain why. Plus, it's winter weather preparedness week. The National Weather Service is simplifying its winter weather alerts and we'll inform you how the changes impact your life. Tonight, damaging winds move into the North Carolina mountains. A High Wind Warning is in effect. And, new data examines the strength of Helene. What we're still learning about the storm as the disaster recovery continues. 2025 calendar order form: https://forms.gle/Z1qhqh1h78hMpc8g9 #northcarolina #southcarolina #weather #ncwx #scwx #podcast

Join the Carolina Weather Group as we celebrate the first 500 episodes of our podcast. We're back on-location at the Insurance Institute of Home and Business Safety in Richburg, South Carolina  @IBHS_org . Over the years, the weekly weather podcast has brought you exciting science, insightful interviews with your favorite meteorologists and live coverage of historic severe weather. Plus special events including our trip to Kennedy Space Center for the launch of NASA SpaceX Crew-6, a railfanning adventure in Altoona, Pennsylvania and - of course - the lifesaving science experiments we saw at IBHS. Join us as we reminisce about the first 500 episodes covering weather, science and technology from the Carolinas. We will be putting links to all of the mentioned episodes here shortly.

Setting a home on fire intentionally... or shooting hail out of a potato gun at roofing material... are all ways the Insurance Institute for Business Home and Safety uses science to make our lives safer. For the Carolina Weather Group's 500th podcast episode, the team goes on-location to the giant IBHS weather lab in Richburg, South Carolina. In this video, you will see scientists light a home on fire INTENTIONALLY in order to study how wind spread wildfires. On-hand for this experiment in the Carolinas, CALTECH and CAL FIRE from California, where wildfires can quickly become deadly and destructive. IBHS utilizes its wind tunnel to push over flames at 35 mph. Scientists want to see how quickly a fire can spread from one building to the next. See what happens when those fans crank up and blow onto the fully engulfed home. From fire to ice... we take you inside IBHS' hail lab, where they make and study the impact of hail on roofs. Shooting hail at roofing materials of various ages and construction materials, helps IBHS make recommendations for the best roofing material. Coupled with science they collect storm chasing severe storms, and scientists use this data to publish their findings on https://IBHS.org. See what happens when our team gets to fire the hail gun! All of this science helps drive building codes, which makes construction smarter and safer for homes and businesses. Want to see over 30 minutes of the wind-driven fire experiment uninterrupted?

#helene #hurricane #tropics #severeweather #northcarolina #southcarolina #weather #ncwx #scwx #podcast Helene brought destructive flooding, mudslides and life-altering destruction to the Carolinas. While some communities repair, other communities must rebuild from scratch. This week on the Carolina Weather Group, Evan Fisher shows us the power of Helene. As seen through aerial imagery, these before and after pictures show how the storm's impacts forever changed the landscape, towns and people of western North Carolina. Evan shows how flooding rivers, mudslides and hurricane-force winds changed both the towns and landscapes of the Carolinas. This episode was available early to Carolina Weather Group supporters. Join today at https://patreon.com/carolinaweathergroup. If you would like to donate to help the people of the Carolinas as a Carolina Weather Group listener, you can donate to the American Red Cross using our special link: http://bit.ly/wxpodstelethon. The American Red Cross is also available to assist at 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

More than a month after Helene, recovery efforts continue in western North Carolina. This week, our guests are WCNC Charlotte's Julia Kauffman and Evan Fisher.Julia reported from Chimney Rock and shares with us what she saw for hard-hit communities like Chimney Rock, Lake Lure and Bat Cave. Most of the town was damaged and the road remains mostly closed to outside visitors. Evan shares his experience in Asheville where recovery from Helene continues. He has started a new website, https://forwnc.org/, to document individual storm reports and impacts on communities across western North Carolina.Evan also shares a heartfelt Helene survivor storm documented by @StormChaserAaronRigsby. You can watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Q-zq4QOEew If you would like to donate to help the people of the Carolinas as a Carolina Weather Group listener, you can donate to the American Red Cross using our special link: http://bit.ly/wxpodstelethon. The American Red Cross is also available to assist at 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

When it comes to the chances another Helene-like storm could hit the Carolinas in the future, it's really a matter of when and not if. Could it be in another 100 years? Another 500 years? Another 1,000 years? Or could a changing climate dramatically increase the reoccurrence of these events? This week on the Carolina Weather Group, Corey Davis, the assistant state climatologist for North Carolina, explains why a 1-in-1000-year event like Helene could happen again much sooner. The widespread flooding washing over – and washing out – towns and roadways after Helene was uncomfortably similar to the scenes in eastern North Carolina following Hurricane Matthew in 2016 and Hurricane Florence in 2018. And once again, the major city in the region – Wilmington then, Asheville now – had its interstate connections severed by the flooding. In addition to those similar impacts, one way of comparing events on opposite ends of the state is using rainfall return intervals, which frame a specific amount over a certain duration as the likelihood of occurring in any given year, such a 1-in-100 year event, with a 1% chance of occurring. While imperfect due to its lack of recent updates, the most comprehensive return frequency data comes from NOAA's Atlas 14 product. That showed totals from Hurricane Floyd in 1999 and Potential Tropical Cyclone Eight earlier this summer as roughly 1-in-500 year events, with the totals in excess of 30 inches during Florence classified as worse than 1-in-1000 year events. Helene's daily rainfall total of 11.89 inches in Celo equals the 1-in-500 year total per Atlas 14. In Asheville, the three-day total of almost 14 inches goes well beyond the 1-in-1000 year total for a 72-hour period, which Atlas 14 cites as 11.4 inches. Likewise, the 24.41 inches over three days at Mount Mitchell is off the charts compared to the noted 1-in-1000 year amount of 16.5 inches. Yet another event of this magnitude within the state offers even more evidence that our climate is changing, and in extreme ways. The rapid intensification of Helene over the Gulf, the amount of moisture available in its surrounding environment, and its manifestation as locally heavy – and in some cases, historically unheard of – rainfall amounts are all known side effects of a warmer atmosphere. Read more from Corey on their climate blog: https://climate.ncsu.edu/blog/2024/09/rapid-reaction-historic-flooding-follows-helene-in-western-nc/ Or see what state climatologist Dr. Kathie Dello co-wrote on the topic: https://www.wcnc.com/article/tech/science/climate-science/why-historically-rare-storms-carolinas-geography-climate-change/275-cea5e372-2ca1-454d-ab5a-8d94fcc94d55 If you would like to donate to help the people of the Carolinas as a Carolina Weather Group listener, you can donate to the American Red Cross using our special link: http://bit.ly/wxpodstelethon. The American Red Cross is also available to assist at 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

#helene #hurricane #tropics #severeweather #northcarolina #southcarolina #weather #ncwx #scwx #podcast When Hurricane Helene flooded the mountains of western North Carolina causing widespread power outages, destruction and evacuations, the nation's weather archives went offline. That's because the data lives in Asheville, North Carolina at NOAA's National Centers for Environmental Information, where the government archives and backups more than 60 petabytes of historical weather data. In just the past week, as Helene relief efforts continue across the region, NCEI has been able to return products and services to online status. While many data products continue to be updated as a result of the outage caused by Hurricane Helene, the center says they're most grateful all of their employees and staff have been accounted for. Additionally, all data holdings –including paper and film records– were unharmed in the storm. This week on the Carolina Weather Group, NCEI's Jared Rennie returns to the show to discuss the restoration of services, his experience with Helene and the remaining needs of his community in the aftermath of the storm. If you would like to donate to help the people of the Carolinas as a Carolina Weather Group listener, you can donate to the American Red Cross using our special link: http://bit.ly/wxpodstelethon. The American Red Cross is also available to assist at 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell will join North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper for a press briefing to provide an update on local and federal response and recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene. Helene caused a major flooding disaster in the Carolinas. The federal government has declared the western North Carolina mountains a major disaster area. For emergencies, dial 911. For local community resource assistance, call 211. To help with non-urgent storm cleanup, the Hurricane Helene Cleanup Hotline is available at 844-965-1386. The American Red Cross is also available to assist at 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767). If you would like to donate to help the people of the Carolinas as a Carolina Weather Group listener, you can donate to the American Red Cross using our special link: http://bit.ly/wxpodstelethon

Hurricane Milton has made landfall in Florida as disaster recovery continues in the Carolinas after Helene. Tonight, the Carolina Weather Group is live in the Florida landfall -- and talking with Evan Fisher about life in Asheville after Helene. Across both North Carolina and South Carolina, a million and a half Carolinians remain without power. The federal government has declared the western North Carolina mountains a major disaster area. For emergencies, dial 911. For local community resource assistance, call 211. To help with non-urgent storm cleanup, the Hurricane Helene Cleanup Hotline is available at 844-965-1386. The American Red Cross is also available to assist at 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767). If you would like to donate to help the people of the Carolinas as a Carolina Weather Group listener, you can donate to the American Red Cross using our special link: http://bit.ly/wxpodstelethon

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper and other state officials hold a briefing to discuss the ongoing recovery efforts from Helene. Helene has caused a major flooding disaster in the Carolinas. Communities remain cut off from the outside world with limited-to-no power or communication. Others have had to flee their homes to escape the rising flood waters brought on by Helene. Across both North Carolina and South Carolina, a million and a half Carolinians remain without power. The federal government has declared the western North Carolina mountains a major disaster area. For emergencies, dial 911. For local community resource assistance, call 211. To help with non-urgent storm cleanup, the Hurricane Helene Cleanup Hotline is available at 844-965-1386. The American Red Cross is also available to assist at 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767). If you would like to donate to help the people of the Carolinas as a Carolina Weather Group listener, you can donate to the American Red Cross using our special link: http://bit.ly/wxpodstelethon

#helene #hurricane #tropics #severeweather #northcarolina #southcarolina #weather #ncwx #scwx #podcast South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster and other state officials discuss the latest Hurricane Helene relief ongoing in their state. For emergencies, dial 911. For local community resource assistance, call 211. To help with non-urgent storm cleanup, the Hurricane Helene Cleanup Hotline is available at 844-965-1386. The American Red Cross is also available to assist at 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767). If you would like to donate to help the people of the Carolinas as a Carolina Weather Group listener, you can donate to the American Red Cross using our special link: http://bit.ly/wxpodstelethon

Hurricane Helene has claimed over 200 lives, left countless people missing and millions of other people without power. Across North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Tennesse, Georgia and Florida, our neighbors need your help. Join the Carolina Weather Group, Storm Front Freaks, Weather Brains and Chaser Chat shows for a joint telethon to support the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. These weather podcasts are coming together to help the Hurricane Helene recovery efforts across the Southeast.

#helene #hurricane #tropics #severeweather #northcarolina #southcarolina #weather #ncwx #scwx #podcast South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster and other state officials discussed the latest Hurricane Helene relief that was ongoing in their state. For emergencies, dial 911. For local community resource assistance, call 211. To help with non-urgent storm cleanup, the Hurricane Helene Cleanup Hotline is available at 844-965-1386. The American Red Cross is also available to assist at 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767). If you would like to donate to help the people of the Carolinas as a Carolina Weather Group listener, you can donate to the American Red Cross using our special link: http://bit.ly/wxpodstelethon