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Hurricane Helene Leaves Carolinas in the Dark, Hundreds of Thousands Without Power

Hurricane Helene Leaves Carolinas in the Dark Charlotte, N.C. — As the skies cleared in Charlotte and across the Carolinas, the impact of Hurricane Helene was still being felt as hundreds of thousands remained without power. This storm, which raged through the region late Thursday into Friday, blasted the area with heavy rains, high winds, and significant flooding, making the aftermath quite severe. Power Outages on the Rise As of

September 27, 2024 No Comments

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Charlotte Faces Tornado Watch as Hurricane Helene Approaches

Charlotte Braces for Severe Weather: Tornado Watch Issued Charlotte, N.C. is gearing up for some serious weather as a tornado watch was issued Thursday evening due to the approaching Hurricane Helene. Covering several counties in the Charlotte Metro area, this watch is in effect until 8 a.m. on Friday, September 27. It’s a good time for everyone in the region to pay attention and prepare for potential storms. What’s Happening?

September 27, 2024 No Comments

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Tragic Road Accidents in Charlotte Area During Hurricane Helene Claim Two Lives

Tragic Road Accidents in Charlotte Area During Hurricane Helene Charlotte, NC – It was a devastating day for the community as two separate car accidents claimed the lives of a 4-year-old girl and a 58-year-old man on Thursday. As the outer bands of Hurricane Helene swept through the region, the roads became dangerously slick, leading to these heartbreaking incidents. The First Accident: A Family’s Nightmare Around 8:10 a.m., a family

September 27, 2024 No Comments

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Power Line Closure on I-77 Amid Tropical Storm Helene Impacts Morning Commute in West Charlotte

Power Line Down on I-77 in West Charlotte CHARLOTTE, N.C. – It’s been quite the morning for residents and commuters in west Charlotte as a power line has fallen, causing lane closures on the busy I-77 highway. This incident occurred just before the morning rush hour and coincides with the increasing intensity of Tropical Storm Helene affecting the area. Let’s break down what’s happening and how it might impact your

September 27, 2024 No Comments

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Charlotte Residents Experience Tornado Scare as Hurricane Helene Approaches

Charlotte Faces Tornado Scare Amid Hurricane Threat Charlotte, N.C. – A possible tornado surprised residents of Charlotte early Thursday morning when a funnel cloud was spotted in the Steele Creek division. Local resident Jacob Sprankle caught this moment on camera and shared the eye-catching video online. It didn’t take long for the National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg to chime in, asking Sprankle about any damage from the storm. Thankfully, he

September 26, 2024 No Comments

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Charlotte Faces Tornado Warnings as Hurricane Helene Approaches

Charlotte Faces Tornado Warnings Amid Tropical Storm Conditions CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Well, folks, it seems like Mother Nature is chatting away, and it’s a bit of a stormy conversation! Over the past few days, the Charlotte area has been on high alert with several **tropical storm watches** and **warnings** announced left and right. It all kicked off on Wednesday evening when excitement turned to concern as multiple **tornado warnings** lit

September 26, 2024 No Comments

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Hurricane Helene Approaches Florida: Charlotte Prepares for Heavy Rain and Wind Threats

Hurricane Helene Races Towards Florida: What it Means for Charlotte This Thursday, Charlotte, N.C. is bracing itself as Hurricane Helene makes its presence felt on the Gulf Coast, targeting Florida for a major landfall. With forecasts indicating that Helene is likely to hit as a significant hurricane later today, the buzz in our city is palpable, and folks are getting a bit anxious about what this storm could bring our

September 26, 2024 No Comments

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Charlotte as Tropical Storm Helene Approaches

Severe Weather Approaching Charlotte: What You Need to Know Hey there, Charlotte! It looks like we’re in for some wild weather over the next few days. Buckle up as the National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for our beloved city and surrounding counties. This warning will be in effect until Tuesday, September 24 at 6:30 p.m., so make sure you have your umbrellas and raincoats handy! What’s

September 25, 2024 No Comments

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Charlotte Prepares for Heavy Rain and Flooding as Hurricane Helene Approaches

Charlotte Braces for Hurricane Helene’s Arrival CHARLOTTE, N.C. – As Hurricane Helene prepares to make its way toward the Gulf of Mexico, residents of Charlotte and the surrounding areas are digging into their storm preparations. With flood watches already in place, folks are getting ready for what could be a wild few days filled with heavy rain and strong winds. Keeping an Eye on the Forecast The National Weather Service

September 25, 2024 No Comments

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Accidental Fire Causes $7,000 in Damage to Home in West Charlotte, No Injuries Reported

Accidental Fire Strikes Home in West Charlotte CHARLOTTE — Early Wednesday morning, a house fire in west Charlotte caused quite a stir, but thankfully, the quick response from firefighters ensured that everyone was safe and unharmed. According to the Charlotte Fire Department, the incident happened just before 3:45 a.m. on Marlow Avenue, not far from Wilkinson Boulevard. As the sun rose, the local community was relieved to learn that the

September 25, 2024 No Comments

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