Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi announced Friday that anyone visiting or working at the Capitol will be arrested on sight if they do not wear pool floaties in case a flash flood hits the building.
Published: Saturday, August 13th, 2022 @ 10:35 am
By: Babylon Bee
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Devastating flash floods throughout eastern Kentucky have left eight residents dead, dozens of homes submerged in water, and others completely swept away from their foundations as Governor Andy Beshear (D) declared Thursday a state of emergency while the death toll rises.
Published: Friday, August 5th, 2022 @ 4:49 am
By: Daily Wire
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Our office is currently monitoring an approaching weather system that will bring high winds, cold temperatures, periods of heavy rain and the potential for severe storms with isolated tornados to our area on Saturday.
Published: Saturday, March 12th, 2022 @ 9:28 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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March 6-12 is Severe Weather Preparedness Week
Published: Monday, March 7th, 2022 @ 11:18 am
By: Governor's Office
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Over the next 12-24 hours, portions of North Carolina could see severe storms, heavy rain, significant snowfall, gusty winds, and coastal flooding. Governor Roy Cooper urges North Carolinians to stay aware of the local weather forecast and prepare for the conditions expected in your area.
Published: Monday, January 3rd, 2022 @ 9:12 am
By: Governor's Office
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The latest update from the National Weather Service can be found in the email below and attached briefing. Notable changes to the forecast for Beaufort County.
Published: Saturday, January 1st, 2022 @ 11:54 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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As North Carolina begins to feel the effects of Tropical Storm Elsa, Governor Roy Cooper and state emergency management officials are reminding residents to be prepared for possible power outages and to avoid driving through floodwaters.
Published: Saturday, July 24th, 2021 @ 5:09 am
By: Governor's Office
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There were very minor changes with this morning’s update from the National Weather Service.
Published: Thursday, July 8th, 2021 @ 3:43 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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The 6pm update from the National Weather Service continues to shift the track of Elsa west.
Published: Thursday, July 8th, 2021 @ 10:53 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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This morning’s update from the National Weather Service has shifted Elsa’s track slightly inland, and also provided more specifics in regards to timing and potential impacts.
Published: Wednesday, July 7th, 2021 @ 12:39 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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Governor Roy Cooper and state emergency management officials are monitoring the forecast track and potential impacts from Tropical Storm Elsa
Published: Wednesday, July 7th, 2021 @ 4:17 am
By: Governor's Office
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Forecast details are starting to emerge, with the following expected for Beaufort County
Published: Wednesday, July 7th, 2021 @ 3:10 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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The forecast for Tropical Storm Elsa has become a bit more clear this morning
Published: Tuesday, July 6th, 2021 @ 1:51 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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There were no major changes to the 6pm update from the National Weather Service.
Published: Monday, June 21st, 2021 @ 4:51 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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The biggest threats to Beaufort County continues to be the possibility of isolated tornados, periods of heavy rain that could produce flash flooding, and winds gust between 25 and 30 mph.
Published: Monday, June 21st, 2021 @ 10:48 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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A Tropical Storm Warning has been issued for areas east of Beaufort County. The previously issued Tropical Storm Watch has been dropped.
Published: Monday, June 21st, 2021 @ 9:37 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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Our office is currently monitoring Tropical Storm Claudette as it moves from the Gulf Coast and across the Southeastern US.
Published: Monday, June 21st, 2021 @ 9:25 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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Governor Roy Cooper has signed a Type 1 State Disaster Declaration for the City of Marion and the Town of Lillington to help with recovery after storms hit the towns last year.
Published: Sunday, May 30th, 2021 @ 8:04 am
By: Governor's Office
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Governor Declares March 7-13 Severe Weather Preparedness Week
Published: Wednesday, March 10th, 2021 @ 5:43 pm
By: Governor's Office
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Today, Governor Roy Cooper and Emergency Management Director Mike Sprayberry outlined impacts and response to today’s winter storm, including weather-related delays to vaccine distribution.
Published: Saturday, February 20th, 2021 @ 1:26 am
By: Governor's Office
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Periods of rain, combined with saturated soils and rivers/tributaries already in flood stage, will result in additional river rises and flooding through late Friday.
Published: Thursday, February 18th, 2021 @ 3:55 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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Our office is currently monitoring an approaching weather system that has the potential to bring periods of heavy rain and localized flash flooding to our area.
Published: Thursday, February 18th, 2021 @ 9:38 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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Our office continues to monitor the forecast of Tropical Cyclone Sally.
Published: Thursday, September 17th, 2020 @ 12:12 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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Hurricane Laura made landfall around 1 a.m. over Cameron, Louisiana, as a Category 4 Major Hurricane with 150 mph winds.
Published: Friday, August 28th, 2020 @ 5:20 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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Gov. Cooper’s request for federal disaster declaration approved
Published: Monday, August 3rd, 2020 @ 10:14 am
By: Governor's Office
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Power outages are possible with line of strong storms
Published: Monday, April 13th, 2020 @ 10:07 am
By: Governor's Office
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Governor Declares March 1-7 Severe Weather Preparedness Week
Published: Wednesday, March 4th, 2020 @ 7:00 pm
By: Governor's Office
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Additional rains that are forecast to fall across the state today could cause flash flooding to redevelop across the southern mountains in areas that are already saturated from days of rain.
Published: Sunday, February 16th, 2020 @ 6:03 pm
By: Governor's Office
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Beaufort County is continuing to experience high winds and rain from Hurricane Dorian. Flash flooding due to rain bands is still a concern.
Published: Friday, September 6th, 2019 @ 3:17 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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As Hurricane Dorian begins to hit North Carolina with areas of destructive tornadoes, heavy rains, damaging winds and power outages, Gov. Roy Cooper this afternoon urged North Carolinians should shelter in place and stay off the roads until the storm passes.
Published: Friday, September 6th, 2019 @ 11:16 am
By: Governor's Office
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As Hurricane Dorian’s effects arrive in North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper today urged North Carolinians stay safe and to stay off the roads.
Published: Thursday, September 5th, 2019 @ 5:38 pm
By: Governor's Office
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With Hurricane Dorian less than a day away from North Carolina’s coast, Gov. Roy Cooper today urged North Carolinians to complete their storm preparations.
Published: Thursday, September 5th, 2019 @ 12:07 pm
By: Governor's Office
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We are expecting Hurricane Dorian to impact Beaufort County with hurricane force winds. Winds will begin to increase beginning Thursday mid-afternoon.
Published: Thursday, September 5th, 2019 @ 10:23 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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We are expecting Hurricane Dorian to impact Beaufort County with hurricane force winds. Tropical force winds will begin as early as Thursday evening with winds peaking late Thursday night through Friday evening.
Published: Wednesday, September 4th, 2019 @ 2:10 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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