RALEIGH: Today, Governor Roy Cooper declared a State of Emergency for Duplin and Sampson counties in response to the effects of heavy rain and flooding on the agricultural sector in those counties.
Published: Sunday, March 3rd, 2024 @ 4:08 pm
By: Governor's Office
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This afternoon’s update from the National Weather Service (NWS) included another increase in the forecasted wind conditions for Beaufort County.
Published: Wednesday, January 10th, 2024 @ 8:10 am
By: Eastern NC NOW Staff
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This morning’s update from the National Weather Service (NWS) included an elevated threat of severe weather, to include the possibility of tornados, as well as an increase in the forecasted wind conditions.
Published: Tuesday, January 9th, 2024 @ 11:41 pm
By: Eastern NC NOW Staff
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After Hurricane Idalia slammed into Florida last week, reports of electric vehicles catching fire after coming into contact with floodwaters began to emerge.
Published: Monday, September 11th, 2023 @ 7:36 am
By: Daily Wire
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A major dam was destroyed early Tuesday morning local time in Russian-occupied territory in southern Ukraine.
Published: Wednesday, June 21st, 2023 @ 10:24 am
By: Daily Wire
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RALEIGH: Governor Roy Cooper and Emergency Management officials are encouraging all North Carolinians to be prepared for the possibility of heavy rains, gusty winds, and coastal flooding this weekend.
Published: Friday, June 16th, 2023 @ 2:38 pm
By: Governor's Office
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Our office continues to monitor an approaching weather system that is forecasted to impact our area through the weekend.
Published: Sunday, February 12th, 2023 @ 9:25 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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The latest “atmospheric river” storm system is continuing to wallop the state of California with catastrophic flooding and dangerous conditions.
Published: Sunday, January 15th, 2023 @ 10:45 pm
By: Daily Wire
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Our office is currently monitoring two weather events that will continue to impact our area through Saturday.
Published: Thursday, November 10th, 2022 @ 10:18 am
By: Eastern NC NOW Staff
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A third of Pakistan is underwater amid intense flooding that began in mid-June and has claimed over a thousand lives.
Published: Saturday, September 10th, 2022 @ 9:36 am
By: Daily Wire
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RALEIGH: Today, Governor Roy Cooper issued Executive Order No. 266 to improve the resilience of state buildings against flooding. The Order directs the North Carolina Department of Administration (NC DOA) to work with stakeholders to update the state’s Uniform Floodplain Management Policy.
Published: Monday, July 25th, 2022 @ 11:03 pm
By: Governor's Office
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Governor Cooper encourages North Carolinians to be prepared for potential high winds and flooding
Published: Friday, March 19th, 2021 @ 8:03 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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Low pressure is expected to slowly track off the Carolina coast tomorrow, bringing a threat of coastal flooding and a rain/snow mix for inland areas mainly along and north of Highway 70.
Published: Friday, January 8th, 2021 @ 12:20 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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This morning’s update from the National Weather Service (NWS) has included Beaufort County in a Coastal Flood Warning.
Published: Thursday, December 24th, 2020 @ 12:41 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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Beaufort County was upgraded to an ”Enhanced” storm threat category in this afternoon’s briefing from the National Weather Service (NWS).
Published: Thursday, December 24th, 2020 @ 11:54 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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Our office is monitoring an approaching cold front that has the potential to bring severe weather and coastal flooding to Beaufort County.
Published: Thursday, December 24th, 2020 @ 3:44 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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General windy conditions will continue through the weekend as the remnants of Tropical Storm Sally moves away from our area.
Published: Friday, September 18th, 2020 @ 3:29 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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Our office continues to monitor weather conditions for the remainder of the week. The following is expected for Beaufort County though Friday.
Published: Friday, May 22nd, 2020 @ 3:47 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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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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Additional rains and flooding will continue to impact North Carolina today and into this evening, Governor Roy Cooper cautioned Monday, and urged drivers to be safe and avoid floodwaters.
Published: Thursday, June 13th, 2019 @ 5:44 am
By: Governor's Office
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Governor Roy Cooper on Thursday continued to urge North Carolinians in flooded areas to remain alert for warnings and avoid driving on flooded roads
Published: Tuesday, September 25th, 2018 @ 4:03 pm
By: Governor's Office
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Governor Roy Cooper continued to urge North Carolinians today to stay in safe shelter and remain alert to changing conditions due to remnants of Hurricane Florence including significant flooding
Published: Monday, September 17th, 2018 @ 6:26 pm
By: Governor's Office
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Governor Roy Cooper today warned North Carolinians to not let down their guard about Florence
Published: Sunday, September 16th, 2018 @ 7:43 pm
By: Governor's Office
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The time we call August has begun . . . and the rain has still not stopped.
Published: Monday, August 6th, 2018 @ 2:27 pm
By: Michele Rhem
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Governor Roy Cooper sent a letter to President Donald Trump requesting a major federal disaster declaration for 13 Western North Carolina counties that were affected by heavy rains, flooding and mudslides in May
Published: Thursday, August 2nd, 2018 @ 2:39 pm
By: Governor's Office
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Governor Roy Cooper today announced that financial assistance is available through the U.S. Small Business Administration for residents affected by storms that struck Watauga and surrounding counties last month
Published: Thursday, November 23rd, 2017 @ 11:52 am
By: Governor's Office
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After widespread devastation from Hurricane Matthew, North Carolina is using experts to study the Cashie, Lumber, Neuse and Tar rivers to help prevent future flooding, Governor Roy Cooper announced today
Published: Tuesday, November 14th, 2017 @ 7:04 pm
By: Governor's Office
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While Hurricane Irma's current track appears more favorable for North Carolina, the potential remains for dangerous weather across the state Monday through Tuesday, and Governor Roy Cooper urged residents to continue with their emergency preparations
Published: Friday, September 8th, 2017 @ 10:24 pm
By: Governor's Office
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Seven coastal communities will get grants totaling $100,000 to help them prepare for hurricanes, storms and growth
Published: Tuesday, July 11th, 2017 @ 6:29 pm
By: Governor's Office
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Despite sunny skies, North Carolinians need to look out for flooding in low-lying areas, avoid flooded roads, and stay tuned to local weather updates, Governor Roy Cooper warned today
Published: Thursday, April 27th, 2017 @ 11:18 am
By: Governor's Office
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Following unusually heavy rains across the state, Governor Roy Cooper is urging North Carolinians to watch for flooding in low-lying areas, avoid flooded roads, and stay tuned to local weather forecasts
Published: Wednesday, April 26th, 2017 @ 1:00 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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Governor Roy Cooper today announced that North Carolina has received more than $198 million to help families and communities recover from Hurricane Matthew
Published: Saturday, January 28th, 2017 @ 4:08 am
By: Governor's Office
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