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Hurricane / tropical storm safety tips

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Hurricane / tropical storm safety tips - North Carolina Health News

In many years, North Carolina is visited by hurricanes and tropical storms. Each storm is different, but some pieces of advice and caution remain the same.

TIPS FOR TORNADO WATCHES AND WARNINGS As Isaias comes ashore, it brings with it the possibility of tornadoes, especially in the trailing parts of the storm. The National Weather Service has a website explaining the difference between a tornado watch and a tornado warning, and what to do to keep safe should a tornado head […]

Farm building flooded in aftermath of Hurricane Florence in Wayne County, NC near Seven Springs.

What could happen if the pandemic and a major hurricane collide?

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What could happen if the pandemic and a major hurricane collide? - North Carolina Health News

As the coronavirus continues to cause chaos in North Carolina, forecasters predict an above-normal hurricane season. State officials urge people in at-risk areas to make plans now.

By Greg Barnes Traffic snarled in Wilmington on July 11 as hundreds of vehicles lined up to receive free hurricane preparedness toolkits. After three major hurricanes in 36 months, officials say the tremendous response to the toolkits shows that people are taking the threat of another hurricane seriously. That threat has become magnified this year. […]

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First responders warn of rip current risks

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First responders warn of rip current risks - North Carolina Health News

With the "official start of summer" behind us, it's important for beachgoers to be aware of rip current risks along the North Carolina coast. Knowing how to spot a rip current before it becomes a risk is key.

By Jennifer Allen Coastal Review Online There have been seven drownings on the coast so far this year. Emerald Isle Police Chief Tony Reese said that this is the earliest they’ve seen any type of water rescues or drownings in the 20 years he’s been at the town. Usually, the water temperature this time of […]

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Rising NC Heat Blasts Everyone, but Hits Those Over 65 Harder

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Rising NC Heat Blasts Everyone, but Hits Those Over 65 Harder - North Carolina Health News

As global, national and local temperatures continue to rise, North Carolina seniors are showing up at emergency departments suffering from the heat.

By Thomas Goldsmith A teenager growing up in Wilmington in the late 1960s and early ’70s sweated through about 40 days each year on which it was hotter than average. In 2018, that teenager has now reached retirement age and feels the extra heat on about 70 days a year, an increase of 75 percent. […]

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