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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

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

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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

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.

#northcarolina #southcarolina #weather #radar At least three wildfires are 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. #ncwx #scwx #podcast

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

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