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Flooded residential street
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Mecklenburg County Faces Severe Flooding After Hurricane Helene’s Relentless Downpour

Mecklenburg County Residents Reel from Hurricane Helene’s Devastation In the wake of Hurricane Helene, residents of Mecklenburg County are grappling with profound loss and disruption, especially those who live along the beautiful Catwaba River just south of Mountain Island Lake. As floodwaters surged, streets turned into rivers, and many homes found themselves submerged in near-ceiling-high brown water. The initial assessments have been sobering, with reports indicating that at least four

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Vehicle Fire Incident
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Traffic Alert: Vehicle Fire Causes Severe Delays on I-485 Outer Loop in Charlotte

Traffic Alert: Vehicle Fire Causes Delays on I-485 Outer Loop in Charlotte CHARLOTTE, N.C. — If you found yourself on the Interstate 485 Outer Loop this morning, you likely encountered some serious traffic jams. It all started around 7:30 a.m. at mile marker 7, right before the exit for West Boulevard, when a vehicle fire broke out, creating quite the scene for both drivers and emergency responders. When A Fire

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Power Restoration Efforts Ramp Up in Charlotte Following Devastating Storm

Charlotte, N.C.: Power Restoration Efforts Underway After Recent Storm After a ferocious storm swept through the Carolinas, leaving behind a trail of destruction, many residents are facing a challenging reality. With hundreds of thousands still without power, local utility crews are hard at work trying to restore electricity to affected areas. The situation particularly in the mountainous regions is of great concern. We caught up with Jacob Puckett, the Digital

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Charlotte, N.C. Schools Close as Storm Helene Leaves Behind Damage and Power Outages

Charlotte, N.C. Faces School Closures Due to Helene’s Aftermath Hey there, folks! If you’re in and around Charlotte, N.C. today, we’ve got some important news to share with you. As you might know, the recent storm, Helene, has made quite a mess, and as a result, several school districts to the west of the city are shutting down for the day. What Happened? Helene swept through the Carolinas, leaving behind

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Charlotte Grapples with Wastewater Overflow Crisis Amid Heavy Rainfall

Charlotte Faces Wastewater Overflow Challenges CHARLOTTE — Heavy rains and flooding have been causing some trouble in our lovely city as Charlotte Water crews work diligently to address a significant wastewater overflow issue near Stephens Rd. This situation is not something we see every day, but recent storms have overwhelmed one of the community’s key lift stations. This lift station, designed to transport wastewater from low-lying homes to higher elevations

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Sunny Skies Ahead
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Charlotte Weather Update: Transitioning from Showers to Sunny Skies

Charlotte Weather Update: Sunny Skies and a Light Sprinkle Hey there, Charlotte! If you’ve noticed the blue skies creeping back after the heavy rains brought on by former Hurricane Helene, you’re not alone. It was quite a week of wild weather, wasn’t it? As we wrap up this weekend, let’s talk about what to expect in the coming days. What to Expect Today Today, we’re looking at mostly cloudy skies

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Charlotte Prepares for Eddie Izzard’s Exciting “Remix Tour” This October

Charlotte Gets Ready for Eddie Izzard’s Hilarious “Remix Tour” Charlotte, get excited! The incredibly talented and multifaceted Eddie Izzard is heading to town with her unique blend of comedy and drama. With a career spanning over 35 years, Izzard is ready to take the stage at the Knight Theater on October 19 as part of her Remix Tour, celebrating her amazing journey in the world of entertainment. From the Comedy

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Beautiful Weekend Weather Expected in Charlotte, N.C.

Beautiful Weekend Weather Ahead in Charlotte, N.C. Hello, folks! If you’re in Charlotte, N.C., pack away those umbrellas for the weekend because we’re in for some delightful weather! This Saturday and Sunday are shaping up to be quite pleasant, with a lovely mix of sunshine and clouds. High temperatures are expected to hover around the low 80s, making it a perfect time to enjoy the great outdoors. A Quick Outlook

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Overflowing wastewater concerns
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Charlotte Experiences Wastewater Overflow Amid Heavy Rainfall

Charlotte Faces Wastewater Overflow Due to Heavy Rains CHARLOTTE, N.C. – This past Saturday afternoon, residents of Charlotte learned that heavy rains and flooding had caused an ongoing wastewater overflow near the McGuire Lift Station. Charlotte Water crews have been hard at work to manage the situation and provide updates to the community regarding the impact of this overflow. What is a Lift Station? If you’re unfamiliar with lift stations,

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Charlotte Takes Precautions as Hurricane Helene Approaches

Charlotte Prepares for Hurricane Helene’s Impact As Charlotte, North Carolina braced for the arrival of Hurricane Helene, several school districts took precautionary measures by canceling classes or shifting to remote learning. This shift, impacting students across the Charlotte Metro area, comes as a response to the severe weather that is expected to sweep through the region. Changes in Schedule Due to Severe Weather With forecasts indicating heavy rainfall and strong

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