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In the days since Hurricane Matthew passed through eastern North Carolina, low-lying communities have been assessing storm damage and preparing for the slow rise of the region's rivers to levels that haven't been seen since Hurricane Floyd in 1999.
Published: Tuesday, October 25th, 2016 @ 5:24 am
By: ECU News Services
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Governor Pat McCrory is using this year's noteworthy anniversaries of Hurricanes Hazel, Hugo, Floyd, Frances and Ivan to encourage North Carolina families, businesses and schools to make a plan, get a kit and stay informed in the event of an emergency.
Published: Tuesday, August 26th, 2014 @ 6:16 pm
By: Christopher Maye
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While many think of Memorial Day weekend as the beginning of summer, Governor Pat McCrory is reminding residents that it is also the kickoff of Hurricane Preparedness Week. The governor is encouraging everyone to update their emergency plans and supply kits. Hurricane season officially begins June 1
Published: Monday, May 26th, 2014 @ 3:27 pm
By: Christopher Maye
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Editor's note: In the interest of full disclosure we would offer the following introductory comment. In September, 1999 when Hurricane Floyd hit Beaufort County, we, like thousands of people DownEast, lost our home and much of what was in it.
Published: Monday, May 5th, 2014 @ 5:25 am
By: Hood Richardson
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On Sunday, October 3, 2010, we traveled to Greenville in a fine misty drizzle to visit our last little bird to leave the proverbial nest; but our journey would not take us via Hwy. 264.
Published: Monday, October 4th, 2010 @ 11:28 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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Rainfall amounts rivaling those posted during Hurricane Floyd in 1999 are being accumulated across Beaufort County and its neighboring counties.
Published: Thursday, September 30th, 2010 @ 6:19 pm
By: BCN
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