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Carolina Weather Group

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The Carolina Weather Group is a weekly talk show 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!
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Episodes

Jim Cantore recaps decade's biggest weather

The Weather Channel's Jim Cantore returns to the Carolina Weather Group. Jim is helping us close out the decade by looking back at some of the biggest weather events of 2019 and the entire decade, including landmark storms such as Hurricane Sandy, Harvey, and Dorian.

Dec 19, 20191 hr 11 minEp. 303

Photographing the weather

Photographer Mike Olbinski has found a way to capture mother nature's force like no one else. When the weather is at its worst, he loads up his car and drives towards the action. This week, Mike tells us how he captures those images - and how he's able to carry out his life's passion.

Dec 16, 20191 hr 2 minEp. 302

Why is the water red?

Florida's Red Tide has returned. The bacteria bloom can be toxic and deadly. On this Thanksgiving week, we look back at our interview with Dr. Tracy Fanara, an environmental engineer and scientist.

Nov 29, 201939 min

How to get more snow

Ever notice the western North Carolina mountains tend to get more snow? Beside elevation, northwest air flow is a key ingredient. Our guest Dr. Douglas Miller, from UNC Asheville, explains how when key ingredients come together, increased snow can occur.

Nov 25, 20191 hrEp. 301

Episode 300 Celebration!

The Carolina Weather Group celebrates its 300th episode with a look back at our panelists' favorite episodes over the first 6 years.

Nov 18, 20191 hr 29 minEp. 300

Nor'easter brings dangerous flooding, winds

A powerful Nor'easter off the Carolina coast is bringing dangerous flooding and winds to the coast, including along North Carolina's Outer Banks. Near hurricane-strength winds could push water on-shore, causing flooding dangerous to life and property. James Brierton provides a forecast update from Charlotte.

Nov 16, 20196 min

Meet NOAA's new weather satellites

Dr. Elsayed Talaat, Director of the Office of Projects, Planning and Analysis at NOAA’s Satellite and Information Service, discusses NOAA's COSMIC-2 satellite.

Nov 09, 201956 minEp. 299

Halloween severe weather threat

There is a significant threat for severe weather just in time for Halloween trick-or-treating. The Carolina Weather Group is outlining the threat for damaging winds and tornadoes - and timing out the arrival of storms. Plus we ask the question: Can Halloween be rescheduled? Behind the storms, winter arrives in full swing. Prepare for a sudden temperature drop. To help us understand all of it, our guests: Brad Panovich, chief meteorologist at WCNC-TV in Charlotte, and Tim Buckley, chief meteorolo...

Oct 31, 201951 minEp. 298

Understanding drought (Updated)

The Carolinas has been in drought conditions for weeks. We're deep diving to understand what causes a drought, what effects a drought has, and how we can get back on track. Our guest is Pam Knox of the University of Georgia.

Oct 24, 201954 minEp. 297

Reporting on climate's coastal impact

Our panelist Peter Planamente and his colleagues at the South Jersey Climate New are trying to fill a local news hole as it relates to weather and climate. Their terrain and coastal communities are not much unlike our own. They'll share their findings regarding climate's impact at the coast - plus an inside look at their student-driven, journalism cooperation. What can we learn here in the Carolina from their environmental and climate reporting? That's this week on the Carolina Weather Group.

Oct 20, 201955 minEp. 296

5 things to know for the week ahead

The Carolina Weather Group discusses this week's top weather stories including Hurricane Dorian assistance, tropical updates, and the threat of wildfires. Plus a look at the increasing drought risk.

Oct 11, 20191 hr 2 min

Tsunami-like waves at the Carolina coast

We're seeing about half a dozen mini, tsunami-like waves along the Carolina coast. What are they - and do we need to worry about them? Our guest is Christopher DiVeglio, Maritime Services Program Manager, who explains the phenomenon behind meteotsunamis and their impact on the Carolinas.

Oct 04, 201952 min

Solving Carolina's radar problem

Western North Carolina has a radar problem. It's especially troubling in places like Charlotte, Hickory, and Greensboro. In 2012, the poor quality of coverage caused an EF-2 tornado to go completely unwarned. How do we keep that from ever happening again? Charlotte chief meteorologists Brad Panovich, of WCNC-TV, and Eric Thomas, of WBTV-TV, think they and the NC Radar Project have a solution.

Sep 27, 20191 hr 6 minEp. 293

Hurricane Hugo @ 30

It's been 30 years since Hurricane Hugo came ashore just north of Charleston, South Carolina as a Category 4 storm. Within hours, it was ripping through the South Carolina midlands and into parts of western North Carolina, including Charlotte. Tonight, a special look back at Hugo's lasting effect in our communities - - and your personal stories surviving Hurricane Hugo. Hear from meteorologists, like Rob Fowler, Eric Thomas, and Larry Sprinkle. Get insight from former Charleston Mayor Joseph Ril...

Sep 22, 201946 minEp. 291

"Hurricane Dorian: Most challenging hurricane of my career"

Fresh off his video capturing adventures with Hurricane Dorian, Mark Sudduth of HurricaneTrack.com tells us about what he decribes as the "most challenging hurricane" of his career." Plus, he'll tell us about his 2018 documentary featuring Hurricane Florence, Hurricane Michael, and more. Mark always comes with amazing weather video and he did not disappointment! Our panel will also recap Hurricane Dorian's impacts on the Bahamas, North Carolina, and South Carolina. Plus a look at all your week's...

Sep 13, 20191 hr 12 min

Dorian makes OBX landfall + NC Gov Roy Cooper news conference

Hurricane Dorian made landfall Friday morning as a category 1 hurricane near Cape Hatteras, North Carolina in the Outer Banks. James Brierton reports. Also included, the raw audio from North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper's Friday morning news conference.

Sep 06, 201924 min

Dorian within miles of Carolina coast

If Hurricane Dorian is ever to make a Carolina landfall, if could happen during sunrise Friday. After lashing South Carolina Thursday, North Carolina felt the brunt into the overnight. The eye of Dorian is within miles of the Carolina coast and could make landfall in the Outer Banks. James Brierton has the latest on the storm's forecasted path and the trail of damage it left behind.

Sep 06, 20194 min

RAW: SC Gov. McMaster news conference Thursday 1 p.m.

South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster and other state officials held a news conference Thursday afternoon during the height of Hurricane Dorian. This is audio from their entire news conference.

Sep 05, 201943 min

FULL EPISODE: Dorian begins battering Carolina coast

In a special edition of our full, weekly show, the Carolina Weather Group panelist give you the Wednesday night update on Hurricane Dorian and it's potential impacts across the Carolinas.

Sep 05, 201955 minEp. 290

RAW: NC Gov Cooper on Dorian: Wed morning

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper and other state officials discuss preparations ahead of Hurricane Dorian in this Wednesday morning news conference. Here is the raw audio from the entire news conference.

Sep 04, 201916 min

Hurricane Dorian arrives today in the Carolinas

The first effects of Hurricane Dorian arrive today in the Carolinas. Out ahead of the storm, tropical storm force-winds will give way to hurricane-force winds later - - but less important than the winds, is the dangerous flooding threat along the entire Carolina coast. The time to evacuation South Carolina's coast is nearly over and the deadline is quickly approaching for the North Carolina coast. Even at this hour, questions remain about exactly where the storm will be. Ever mile between the co...

Sep 04, 201912 min

Dorian could make Carolina landfall

Hurricane Dorian is causing catastrophic damage to the Bahamas. It is expected to slowly begin traveling north Tuesday. By Thursday, it could possibly be making landfall somewhere in the Carolinas as a likely category 2 storm. Ahead of this threat, South Carolina officials began evacuations earlier than scheduled Monday. We'll hear from the governors of both states after James Brierton provides a forecast up on Hurricane Dorian.

Sep 03, 201918 min

South Carolina begins Dorian evacuations

Ahead of Hurricane Dorian, coastal South Carolina begins evacuations Monday. A look at the evacuation order, Hurricane Dorian's expected impact, a news conference with South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster, and a look at your Labor Day forecast.

Sep 02, 201929 min

NC, SC governors on Darion preparations

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster, and other state officials discuss preparations ahead of Hurricane Darion

Sep 01, 201925 min

Dorian a castrophic category 5

Hurricane Dorian has become of the strongest hurricanes in modern records with winds gusting near 200 mph. James Brierton has this update on the storm's forecast and expected impacts in the Carolinas. Plus a check of your Labor Day weekend forecast.

Sep 01, 20195 min
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