Sunday marked one hundred days until the start of the 2021 hurricane season on June 1st. It's never too early to prepare for the 2021 tropical season. After the record-breaking 2020 hurricane season in the Atlantic, many wonder what this next season could bring. The 403rd Wing, a unit of the United States Air Force assigned to the Air Force Reserve Command and home to the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron, are known for their hurricane hunter missions. Maj. Jeremy Dehart and his colleagues fl...
Feb 25, 2021•31 min•Ep. 353
More ice is on its way to the Carolinas. Winter Storm Warnings and Winter Weather Advisories are posted for most of North Carolina. The Thursday morning ice threat could cause power outages and cause hazardous travel. Here is audio from our hourlong, special streamed live Wednesday night. We're providing forecast analysis, timing, and a look at impacts. Plus, a story of survival after an EF-3 tornado killed two people, injured 10 others, and destroyed homes in Ocean Isle Beach, a community in Br...
Feb 18, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 352
An unknown number of people were trapped after a tornado caused structural and home damage in Brunswick County, North Carolina late Monday night, the county emergency manager tells the National Weather Service. The damage was reported in the Windsor Circle area of Ocean Ridge Plantation, located near Highway 17 and Highway 904, after the tornado moved through the community around 11:38 p.m. et Monday. The tornado then continued to the northeast at 50 mph. A tornado warning remained in effect for...
Feb 16, 2021•2 min
One last look back at 2020! We're reviewing the finalized climate data for North Carolina, South Carolina, and the entire Southeast in this week's episode featuring our own Jordan McLeod. SUPPORT LOCAL WEATHER. SIGN-UP TO UNLOCK EPISODE EXTRAS. HTTPS://PATREON.COM/CAROLINAWEATHERGROUP
Feb 11, 2021•30 min•Ep. 359
The U.S. has sustained 285 weather and climate disasters since 1980 where overall damages/costs reached or exceeded $1 billion (including CPI adjustment to 2020). The total cost of these 285 events exceeds $1.875 trillion. In 2020, there were 22 weather/climate disaster events with losses exceeding $1 billion each to affect the United States. These events included 1 drought event, 13 severe storm events, 7 tropical cyclone events, and 1 wildfire event. Overall, these events resulted in the death...
Feb 09, 2021•25 min•Ep. 351
Frying Pan Tower is located 32 miles off the coast of North Carolina and rises 135' above the Atlantic Ocean. It helps provide safety to Mariners in the Atlantic ocean, is used for environmental research and education studies, and is a shelter to a natural ecosystem for marine wildlife. Its location makes it a prime spot to observe tropical weather off the Carolina coast, including a direct hit by Hurricane Irene in 2011. Weather conditions are observed on-board by weather sensors and a live str...
Feb 05, 2021•32 min•Ep. 350
Ice and snow are forecast in parts of North Carolina Saturday night through Sunday morning. Winter Storm Warnings and Winter Weather Advisories have been posted for effected counties. Who sees the snow, sleet, freezing rain and rain? Join us as we review the forecast for the I-40 corridor of North Carolina, including Asheville, Boone, Blowing Rock, Hickory, Statesville, Winston-Salem, Greensboro, High Point, and more. SUPPORT LOCAL WEATHER. UNLOCK EXTRAS AT HTTPS://PATREON.COM/CAROLINAWEATHERGRO...
Jan 30, 2021•20 min
Snow and winter weather are expected across a large portion of North Carolina late Wednesday night through Thursday morning. Portions of the western North Carolina mountains (Boone, Blowing Rock) could see upwards of 3-4 inches of snow while the Triad (Greensboro, Winston-Salem, Highpoint) and the Triangle (Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Durham) could see upwards of an inch or two. Rain turning to snow are expected to impact roadways. Winter Weather Advisories and Winter Storm Warnings has been posted SU...
Jan 28, 2021•18 min•Ep. 350
North Carolina is preparing for winter weather and snow late Wednesday night through Thursday morning. Portions of the western North Carolina mountains could see upwards of 3 inches of snow while the Triad (Greensboro, Winston-Salem, Highpoint) and the Triangle (Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Durham) could see upwards of an inch. Rain turning to snow are expected to impact roadways. North Carolina Emergency Management Director Mike Sprayberry talked about the state's preparations during a briefing Wednes...
Jan 27, 2021•2 min
Lamar Advertising Company has announced they will run severe weather and emergency alerts on its digital billboards. The emergency alerts, provided through FEMA’s Integrated Public Alert & Warning System (IPAWS), will be displayed on select Lamar digital billboards throughout the country. IPAWS is FEMA's national system for local alerting that provides authenticated emergency and life-saving information to the public through mobile phones, radio, television and internet-based services. “Betw...
Jan 25, 2021•15 min
In the second half of our year-end interview, Jim Cantore shares with the Carolina Weather Group: His favorite places in the Carolinas, an inside look at his studio and storm travels, and shares how a disappointing childhood encounter with Reggie Jackson shapes his fan encounters today. Early access to this episode was granted to our supporters on Patreon. Join today to unlock future episodes and other exclusives: https://patreon.com/carolinaweathergroup
Jan 21, 2021•42 min•Ep. 349
The Weather Channel's Jim Cantore returns to chat with the Carolina Weather Group to recap the historic 2020 hurricane season. Jim traveled the United States tracking storms, including Hurricane Isaias in North Carolina. Part 2 of our conversation with Jim will air on Wed., Jan. 20 but Patreon supporters can unlock early access to both that episode and our upcoming episode aboard Frying Pan Shoals. Learn how at https://patreon.com/carolinaweathergroup.
Jan 14, 2021•34 min•Ep. 348
Mike Sprayberry, the director of North Carolina Emergency Management, offers an update on the state's winter storm preparations and response as snow falls in parts of North Carolina. SUPPORT LOCAL WEATHER. SUPPORT THE CAROLINA WEATHER GROUP: HTTPS://PATREON.COM/CAROLINAWEATHERGROUP
Jan 08, 2021•5 min
It goes without saying: 2020 was an unforgettable year. In addition to all the world faced, the Carolinas faced impressive flooding, tornadoes, and even hurricanes. As we begin a new year, we're taking a moment to look back at the year that was for Carolina weather. UNLOCK NEW EPISODES EARLY. JOIN US ON HTTPS://PATREON.COM/CAROLINAWEATHERGROUP. WATCH THIS SHOW: https://youtu.be/COBT5JutRVQ
Jan 07, 2021•18 min•Ep. 347
A winter storm will bring snow, sleet, and rain to the Carolinas Friday. Meteorologist Frank Strait is tracking the storm system and looking at who in North Carolina and South Carolina could see snow, and who could see rain. SUPPORT LOCAL WEATHER. SUPPORT US ON HTTPS://PATREON.COM/CAROLINAWEATHERGROUP
Jan 07, 2021•8 min
Meteorologist Frank Strait is exploring New Year's forecast for North Carolina and South Carolina featuring scattered rain and storms. Thunderstorms associated with marginally severe wind gusts will be possible on Friday into Friday night from northern Florida to southern North Carolina. Temperatures will rise and warm for much of the Southeast for the start of 2021. SUPPORT LOCAL WEATHER. SUPPORT THE CAROLINA WEATHER GROUP ON HTTPS://PATREON.COM/CAROLINAWEATHERGROUP....
Dec 31, 2020•8 min
An approaching strong cold front will bring periods of heavy rain - and even some winter weather - to the Carolinas for Christmas Eve Thursday. While most of the Carolinas will see rain, some in the western North Carolina mountains and foothills could see snow. Those in the central and coastal parts of both North Carolina and South Carolina risk seeing thunderstorms and severe weather, including isolated tornadoes, and damaging wind. By Christmas Day, the wet weather is replaced with brisk, cold...
Dec 24, 2020•12 min
Winter weather can be hard to predict and forecast. The slightest changes in atmospheric conditions, such as temperature, and wind, can make dramatic changes to a weather forecast. Combine that with elevation and surface conditions, and the variables could make your forecast a bust or a boom. This week on the Carolina Weather Group, we look at the tricky science that answers the question: Will that precipitation been snow, sleet, freezing rain, or rain? Special thanks this week to WCNC Charlotte...
Dec 17, 2020•24 min•Ep. 346
Freezing rain, sleet, and ice are possible in portions of the Carolinas early Wednesday morning and overnight. Join the Carolina Weather Group for a special live show dedicated to the latest weather forecast on this winter weather threat. We welcome guests: Brad Panovich, of WCNC Charlotte; Christian Morgan, of WFMY in Greensboro; and Jason Boyer, of WLOS in Asheville. The best chances for winter weather will be along and north of the Interstate 40 corridor, including in Hickory, Winston-Salem, ...
Dec 16, 2020•41 min•Ep. 345
Mark Sudduth returns to the Carolina Weather Group after chasing this historic 2020 hurricane season. The creator of hurricanetrack.com and documentary filmmaker tells tales from inside this year's landmark tropical season. UNLOCK ADDITIONAL CLIPS. JOIN THE CAROLINA WEATHER GROUP ON HTTPS://PATREON.COM/CAROLINAWEATHERGROUP
Dec 10, 2020•56 min•Ep. 344
When the floodwaters receded, mold growth follows. Researchers at the University of South Carolina have found that substantial flooding is more than an inconvenience. It is making mold a growing threat along the East Coast and in the Palmetto State. In Eastern North Carolina, more people make trips to hospital emergency departments for asthma treatments than in any other part of the state, say researchers at East Carolina University. The researchers have been focusing on the connection between c...
Dec 07, 2020•9 min
Winter is here. This week, the Carolina Weather Group sits down with Trisha Palmer, the Warning Coordination Meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Greer, South Carolina. We review winter weather information for the Carolinas and how the National Weather Service is using new tools to issue winter weather products. Unlock early access to future episodes. Join us on https://patreon.com/carolinaweathergroup. And if you like this show, you'll also want to check out our previous show abou...
Dec 03, 2020•29 min•Ep. 343
Bill Walsh, chief meteorologist at Live 5 News WCSC-TV in Charleston, South Carolina, has been forecasting the weather on television for over 34 years. The two-time Emmy award-winning meteorologist has covered historical storms including Hurricane Hugo. Bill is also a lieutenant colonel in the United States Air Force Reserve for the United States Special Operations Command. He has a love for meteorology and aviation. UNLOCK A TON OF EPISODE EXTRAS ON HTTPS://PATREON.COM/CAROLINAWEATHERGROUP...
Nov 26, 2020•33 min•Ep. 342
Weather conditions have dried, winds have picked up, and dry leaves are abundant. The fall season is a time where the fire risk can rise again in the Carolinas. This week, the Carolina Weather Group talks with the North Carolina Forest Service about mitigating the threat and keeping your home safe. UNLOCK CAROLINA WEATHER GORUP EXTRAS. JOIN US ON HTTPS://PATREON.COM/CAROLINAWEATHERGROUP.
Nov 19, 2020•36 min•Ep. 341
Record-breaking rain brought historic flooding to the Carolinas Thursday. Across North Carolina and South Carolina, hundreds were rescued, at least two have died, and at least wo remain missing, including a one-year-old child. A special edition of the Carolina Weather Group looking at the day's severe weather impacts. SEE THE VIDEO FOR THE SPECIAL REPORT: https://youtu.be/p66NuSxikEo LEARN MORE ABOUT THE CAROLINA WEATHER GROUP: https://patreon.com/carolinaweathergroup
Nov 13, 2020•45 min•Ep. 340
NOAA and the National Weather Service will be using a couple new products to help communicate the threats winter storms may bring to the Carolinas. The weather bulletins will help the public better understand the impacts expected from snow, ice, and other forms of winter weather. This week we discuss with Stephen Baxter, a Winter Weather Product leader from NOAA. Plus a look at NOAA's 2020/2021 winter outlook, which can also be viewed online at https://www.noaa.gov/media-release/us-winter-outloo...
Nov 05, 2020•30 min•Ep. 339
Tropical Storm Warnings have been issued in North Carolina and South Carolina ahead of forecasted impacts from Zeta Thursday. Hurricane Zeta came ashore earlier Wednesday along the Louisiana coast. Zeta is expected to maintain tropical storm strength producing heavy rains, localized flooding, gusty winds, and isolated tornadoes in parts of the Carolinas Thursday. Power outages are likely in the Carolinas Thursday. The Carolina Weather Group is tracking the latest on Zeta's impacts in the Carolin...
Oct 29, 2020•24 min•Ep. 338
The real-life weather can have a huge effect on your fantasy football success. The next time you're crunching the stats, don't forget the real world atmospheric science that could put a wrinkle in that next NFL game. This week the Carolina Weather Group is talking with the Fantasy Football Weather Guys. These professional meteorologists provide their own weekly updates on which games could be impacted by weather and what that might mean for some of the expert-generated fantasy football player pr...
Oct 22, 2020•29 min•Ep. 337
Animals are on the move to escape rising temperatures and increased floods and drought, but some could find refuge in North Carolina's Sandhills and Southern Blue Ridge, according to a new map developed by scientists at The Nature Conservancy . The map pinpoints biodiverse "hotspots" that are likely to be buffered from dramatic climate changes. Plus one Pew study found the nation's water systems - including those in the Carolinas - are on the cusp of needing $100 billion worth of repairs and mai...
Oct 19, 2020•6 min
Josh Wurman and team invented the DOW, the doppler on wheels. Famed by his appearances on the show "Storm Chasers" and other television shows, Wurman is an atmospheric scientist who runs the Center for Severe Weather Research. This week, Josh joins the Carolina Weather Group to discuss his research, inventions, and storm chases towards severe weather and tornadoes. SEE EXTRAS FROM THIS EPISODE. SUPPORT THE CAROLINA WEATHER GROUP ON PATREON. https://patreon.com/carolinaweathergroup...
Oct 15, 2020•36 min•Ep. 336
