Carolina Weather Group
"Brought to tears" | Meeting Christina Koch after NASA Artemis II mission
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- "Brought to tears" | Meeting Christina Koch after NASA Artemis II mission
- Runtime
- 16:45
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- This week on the Carolina Weather Group, Sam Walker shares his incredibly moving experience attending the NC State homecoming for NASA astronaut and North Carolina native, Christina Koch. Koch holds the record for the longest continuous time in space by a woman, participated in the first all-female spacewalk, and will be the first woman to orbit the moon. Sam reflects on the emotional press conference, describing how her affability, personality, and grace with everyone—from young children to the media—sets a new standard for the modern astronaut corps compared to the "Right Stuff" era. He even got to ask her a burning question: did the Artemis II crew ever think about trying to land the Orion capsule on the moon? In this clip, we cover:Sam’s emotional reaction to being in the presence of a true American and North Carolina hero. The naming of NC State's Engineering Building 2 to "Christina Koch Hall". Chancellor Randy Woodson surprising Koch with her very own Howling Cow ice c...
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- Severe storms, flood threat Friday in the Carolinas
- Runtime
- 9:13
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- The storm threat returns to North and South Carolina this Friday, but not everyone will see equal impacts. In this segment, the Carolina Weather Group analyzes the setup heading into the end of the week—including the Storm Prediction Center's Marginal Risk for severe storms and the Weather Prediction Center's Level 2 (Slight Risk) for excessive rainfall across eastern North and South Carolina. The team breaks down future radar models (HRRR) to show why timing favors late afternoon and evening storms, why flash flooding from training cell downpours is the primary concern, and why the television weather industry often struggles to forecast exact backyard rain totals. In this clip, we cover:The distinction between the severe storm threat (wind/hail) vs. excessive rainfall (flash flooding). Future radar analysis detailing the late-day Friday storm timing. Why some neighborhoods may get 1–2 inches of rain while others nearby stay dry. Greg Fishel’s perspective on TV weather hype,...
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- SpaceX rocket launch impressive over Carolina skies
- Runtime
- 7:27
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- Early risers across the Carolinas were treated to a breathtaking sight when a pre-dawn SpaceX Falcon 9 launch out of Cape Canaveral created a glowing "space jellyfish" effect high above North and South Carolina. In this segment, the Carolina Weather Group breaks down the science behind this atmospheric phenomenon—explaining how high-altitude exhaust plumes from the rocket's second stage catch early sunlight while observers on the ground remain in darkness. Plus, Sam Walker shares incredible viewer photos, including a jaw-dropping shot capturing the rocket's glowing vapor cloud directly over the Wright Brothers National Memorial pylon in Kill Devil Hills! In this clip, we cover:The atmospheric science behind the "jellyfish effect" illuminated high above Earth. View of the second stage exhaust and first stage retro-rocket burns from the Outer Banks. Kathy Lasseter’s stunning photograph of the rocket plume over Big Kill Devil Hill. Greg Fishel’s personal experience attending a ...
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- Hurricane Irene 15 Years Later | The Storm That Cut Off the Outer Banks
- Runtime
- 8:05
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- Tomorrow marks 15 years since Hurricane Irene battered the North Carolina coast, and for those on the Outer Banks, the memory of the sound-side storm surge is unforgettable. In this segment of the Carolina Weather Group, OBX broadcaster Sam Walker recounts his experience being on the air for over 72 hours straight as Irene made its mark. While the ocean side held strong, the real devastation came from the Pamlico Sound. Sam discusses the harrowing moments when a sudden wind shift pushed massive amounts of water back onto the islands, carving a new inlet and completely cutting off Hatteras Island from the rest of the world
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- "Uncharted Territory": Is a Record-Breaking "Super" El Niño Coming?
- Runtime
- 4:25
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- In this segment of the Carolina Weather Group, veteran meteorologist Greg Fishel breaks down the latest oceanographic data tracking the current El Niño setup in the Pacific Ocean. While sea surface temperature anomalies appeared to pause over the last week, Greg explains why El Niño development often moves in a "stair-step" pattern due to Kelvin waves rather than a smooth, linear trend. More importantly, subsurface data reveals massive heat pooling 100 meters below the surface in the Eastern Pacific—nearly 20°F (+11°C) above normal! As this ultra-warm water percolates upward, model ensembles suggest the new Relative Oceanic Niño Index (RONI) could push into unprecedented levels. In this clip, we cover:Why a temporary pause in sea surface temps doesn't mean El Niño is stalling (Kelvin wave analysis). Subsurface Pacific temperatures reaching +11°C (+20°F) above average. What European ensemble models project for the Relative Oceanic Niño Index. Where you can watch Greg’s...
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- Lunar Eclipse Over the Carolinas: Viewing Times & Cloud Cover Outlook
- Runtime
- 3:32
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- Stargazers across North and South Carolina are tuning in for a near-total lunar eclipse, with Earth's shadow covering roughly 95% of the lunar surface. In this segment, the Carolina Weather Group breaks down the timing for late Thursday night into early Friday morning, including the peak window right around midnight (12:12 AM). The team discusses cloud cover thickness models (HRRR), why cirrus clouds might still offer a great view of the reddish hue, and how the panel plans to team up across multiple Carolina camera feeds to find clear skies. Plus, Greg Fishel shares a classic dad joke about the "safest" way to view an e-clip-se! In this clip, we cover:Precise peak timing for viewing the partial eclipse across the Carolinas. Cloud cover analysis: understanding high cirrus visibility vs. thick deck washouts. The Carolina Weather Group's multi-camera skywatch strategy. Greg Fishel’s unmissable pun on safe eclipse viewing.
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- Greg Fishel Remembers Covering Hurricane Fran on TV
- Runtime
- 5:16
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- Legendary meteorologist Greg Fishel looks back at covering Hurricane Fran during his time at WRAL in Raleigh, NC. In this highlight clip, Greg shares archival broadcast footage from the station's outdoor garden breezeway, recounts losing his glasses mid-broadcast to hurricane-force gusts, and details the unexpected, last-minute track shift that brought the storm's eyewall right over Wake County. He also explains the science behind Central North Carolina's "pancake batter" soil and how saturated ground caused widespread tree uprooting across the region.
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- Remembering Hurricane Fran 30 Years Later (Ep. 596)
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- 1:20:14
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- The Carolina Weather Group reflects on the upcoming 30th anniversary of Hurricane Fran (1996). National Weather Service meteorologist Bob Bright joins the panel to discuss the storm's history, coastal impacts, and the upcoming NWS webinar. Meteorologist Greg Fishel shares personal stories, archival broadcast footage, and an analysis of Fran's last-minute track shift right over Raleigh.
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NASA Astronaut Christina Koch Visits NC State:
Panelist Sam Walker recaps his experience covering NASA astronaut Christina Koch's return to NC State University. Learn about the public celebration, the naming of Christina Koch Hall, and her new signature Howling Cow ice cream flavor: *Howling at the Moon*!
SpaceX Falcon 9 "Jellyfish" & Space Launch Spotting:
The team looks at striking photos of the recent SpaceX Falcon 9 launch captured from North Carolina, featuring the spectacular "jellyfish"...
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- Remembering Hurricane Fran 30 Years Later (Ep. 596)
- Runtime
- 1:22:02
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
- Description
- The Carolina Weather Group reflects on the upcoming 30th anniversary of Hurricane Fran (1996). National Weather Service meteorologist Bob Bright joins the panel to discuss the storm's history, coastal impacts, and the upcoming NWS webinar. Meteorologist Greg Fishel shares personal stories, archival broadcast footage, and an analysis of Fran's last-minute track shift right over Raleigh.
JOIN THEIR WEBINAR: https://www.weather.gov/ilm/HurricaneFran
NASA Astronaut Christina Koch Visits NC State:
Panelist Sam Walker recaps his experience covering NASA astronaut Christina Koch's return to NC State University. Learn about the public celebration, the naming of Christina Koch Hall, and her new signature Howling Cow ice cream flavor: *Howling at the Moon*!
SpaceX Falcon 9 "Jellyfish" & Space Launch Spotting:
The team looks at striking photos of the recent SpaceX Falcon 9 launch captured from North Carolina, featuring the spectacular "jellyfish"...
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- NASA Artemis II Astronaut Christina Koch's North Carolina homecoming at NC State
- Runtime
- 59:56
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- Join the Carolina Weather Group as we head on-location to Raleigh, NC, to bring you live coverage of NASA astronaut and three-time NC State graduate Christina Koch’s historic homecoming!
Fresh off her record-breaking Artemis II mission—where she became the first woman to travel to and around the Moon—Koch is returning to her alma mater at NC State’s Centennial Campus for a two-day celebration.
The Carolina Weather Group’s Sam Walker is live on the ground on The Oval at NC State with exclusive coverage, interviewing campus leaders, students, and space enthusiasts as the Wolfpack welcomes back one of its brightest stars.
In this stream, you’ll see:
Live coverage of the "Around the Moon and Pack Again" kickoff event
On-the-scene reporting and interviews with Sam Walker
Campus reaction and insights into the future of public higher education and space exploration
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- NASA Artemis II Astronaut Christina Koch's North Carolina homecoming at NC State
- Runtime
- 59:56
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- Join the Carolina Weather Group as we head on-location to Raleigh, NC, to bring you live coverage of NASA astronaut and three-time NC State graduate Christina Koch’s historic homecoming!
Fresh off her record-breaking Artemis II mission—where she became the first woman to travel to and around the Moon—Koch is returning to her alma mater at NC State’s Centennial Campus for a two-day celebration.
The Carolina Weather Group’s Sam Walker is live on the ground on The Oval at NC State with exclusive coverage, interviewing campus leaders, students, and space enthusiasts as the Wolfpack welcomes back one of its brightest stars.
In this stream, you’ll see:
Live coverage of the "Around the Moon and Pack Again" kickoff event
On-the-scene reporting and interviews with Sam Walker
Campus reaction and insights into the future of public higher education and space exploration
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- Title
- Christina Koch's Inspiring Journey: From Student to Space #shorts
- Runtime
- 1:21
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- Christina Koch shares her path from feeling lost in classrooms to becoming an astronaut and namesake of an NC State building. Her message to students: you are the 'why'. #ChristinaKoch #SpaceExploration #NCSU #Inspiration #STEM
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- Returning Home After Deployment: Mental & Physical Reintegration #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:41
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- Returning from deployment, whether days or years, is a profound process. Reconnecting with Earth, both physically and mentally, involves adjusting to a life that continued without you. As NASA Artemis II Astronaut Christina Koch explained, the fear of forgetting the unique experience is real. #Deployment #Reintegration #MilitaryLife #ComingHome #MentalHealth
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- Astronaut Tackles Daunting Family Sailboat Restoration #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:31
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- Christina Koch, renowned astronaut, faces a new, intimidating challenge: restoring her family's sailboat, 'Silence'. Untouched for 8 years, this project sparks both fear and motivation as she embraces her family's legacy. #ChristinaKoch #ArtemisII #SailboatRestoration #FamilyProject #NewChallenge
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- Your Ticket to Space: Exploring the Final Frontier! #shorts
- Runtime
- 1:02
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- Dreaming of space? Today's children may get the chance in the future. Commercial ventures are opening doors for explorers, artists, and scientists to visit the Moon and Mars, seeking answers to life's biggest questions. #SpaceExploration #FutureOfSpace #MarsMission #MoonBase #Science
WATCH THE FULL VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/live/krjqXBWXxTM
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- Sally Ride's Inspiring Words: Your Dreams Are Valid! #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:56
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- An impactful encounter with Sally Ride left a lasting impression on North Carolina's own Artemis II astronaut, Christina Koch: 'Your dreams are valid, I see you, I believe in you.' This moment underscores the profound importance of seeing and validating others' aspirations. #SallyRide #Inspiration #RoleModel #Dreams #Motivation
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- Be Brave: Facing Fear and Finding Courage #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:49
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- True bravery isn't the absence of fear, but the courage to act despite it. Focus on your best and how you can contribute, and you'll find the strength to face your fears. #Bravery #Courage #Inspiration #Motivation
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- The Moon Up Close: A Stark, Black and White Desert #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:55
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- The moon, up close, resembles an explorable alien landscape. Imagine familiar woods transformed into a stark, grayscale desert of canyons and shadows—intriguing and otherworldly. #MoonExploration #SpaceScience #LunarSurface #Astronomy
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- Astronauts Reveal Moon Landing Dreams #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:25
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- Artemis II astronauts cherished their time orbiting the Moon, dreaming of a landing. The stunning lunar landscape beckoned, feeling like a place they were meant to explore. An unforgettable adventure. #Artemis2 #MoonExploration #SpaceTravel #AstronautLife
WATCH THE FULL EVENT: https://www.youtube.com/live/krjqXBWXxTM
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- Astronaut Christina Koch's Inspiring Homecoming #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:38
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
- Description
- Christina Koch returns home, thanking the teachers who encouraged her childhood dream of becoming an astronaut and engineer, even when female role models were scarce.
WATCH THE FULL EVENT: https://www.youtube.com/live/krjqXBWXxTM
#ChristinaKoch #Astronaut #STEM #Education #Inspiration
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- Live severe weather coverage for the Carolinas (Aug. 21, 2026)
- Runtime
- 41:29
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- The Carolina Weather Group is tracking severe weather in North Carolina and South Carolina, including the risk for tornadoes, severe thunderstorm winds, and hail.
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- Live severe weather coverage for the Carolinas (Aug. 21, 2026)
- Runtime
- 41:29
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- The Carolina Weather Group is tracking severe weather in North Carolina and South Carolina, including the risk for tornadoes, severe thunderstorm winds, and hail.
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- Live severe weather coverage for the Carolinas (Aug. 21, 2026)
- Runtime
- 2:07:21
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- The Carolina Weather Group is tracking severe weather in North Carolina and South Carolina, including the risk for tornadoes, severe thunderstorm winds, and hail.
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- Title
- Live severe weather coverage for the Carolinas (Aug. 21, 2026)
- Runtime
- 2:07:18
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- The Carolina Weather Group is tracking severe weather in North Carolina and South Carolina, including the risk for tornadoes, severe thunderstorm winds, and hail.
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The Carolina Weather Group operates a weekly talk show of the same name. 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 b...
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- Tropical Storm Fred: 5 years later (Anniversary encore episode)
- Runtime
- 50:30
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
- Description
- The Carolina Weather Group looks back on the fifth anniversary of Tropical Storm Fred, which brought deadly tornadoes and flooding to the Carolinas.
This week, we revisit our broadcast from August 2021 featuring WLOS's Jason Boyer and WCNC's Chris Mulcahy.
#northcarolina #southcarolina #weather #ncwx #scwx
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The Carolina Weather Net is a broadcast of the Carolina Weather Group, which operates a weekly talk show of the same name. 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 enjoy...
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- Fall sneak attack at Dollywood 🥵🎃
- Runtime
- 0:14
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
- Description
- Title
- El Niño's Uncharted Territory
- Runtime
- 0:43
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
- Description
- Computer models are predicting the Relative Oceanic Niño Index hitting values never seen before. Meteorologist Greg Fishel explains.
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The Carolina Weather Group operates a weekly talk show of the same name. 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 as we talk about weather, the environment, the atmosphere, space travel, and all the technology that makes it possible.
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- Title
- Warning criteria explained
- Runtime
- 0:56
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- Frank explains the differences in criteria for severe thunderstorm, tornado and flash flood warnings.
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The Carolina Weather Group operates a weekly talk show of the same name. 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 as we talk about weather, the environment, the atmosphere, space travel, and all the technology that makes it possible.
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- Title
- Radar vs. Reality
- Runtime
- 1:26
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- Doppler radar is a great tool for seeing what is happening inside a storm, but it can sometimes miss what is happening on the ground. James and Frank explain.
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The Carolina Weather Group operates a weekly talk show of the same name. 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 as we talk about weather, the environment, the atmosphere, space travel, and all the technology that makes it possible.
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- Derecho & Warning Delays
- Runtime
- 2:13
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- The National Weather Service was experiencing delays when issuing warnings. It was especially problematic as a derecho was blowing through.
Watch the FULL episode https://www.youtube.com/live/kyGY_FaA8rA?si=XpwKf69xj3Vx6GzZ
The Carolina Weather Group operates a weekly talk show of the same name. 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 as we talk about weather, the environment, the atmosphere, space travel, and all the technology that makes it possible.
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![Shootin' the breeze and talking weather! [Ep. 595]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/9pA06Zl5Q0Y/1.jpg)
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- Shootin' the breeze and talking weather! [Ep. 595]
- Runtime
- 1:15:27
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
- Description
- We're live this week talking the top weather stories, including increased activity in the tropics for the hurricane season, the partial solar eclipse, and the Perseid meteor shower.
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![El Niño Brewing, Tropical Increase in the Pacific & SC Flash Flooding [Ep. 595]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/kyGY_FaA8rA/1.jpg)
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- El Niño Brewing, Tropical Increase in the Pacific & SC Flash Flooding [Ep. 595]
- Runtime
- 1:14:41
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
- Description
- In this live "Shooting the Breeze" episode, James Brereton and Frank Strait break down an action-packed week of weather across the Carolinas and beyond!
The team covers recent severe downpours and flash flooding in Columbia, SC—including a submerged car on Whaley Street—and tracks live severe thunderstorm warnings in real time across Upstate South Carolina. Plus, Greg Fishel checks in (fresh from band rehearsal!) with a detailed El Niño status update that could signal historical climate impacts heading into winter.
🌩️ In This Episode:
Severe Weather & SC Flooding: A look at torrential rain totals, notorious flood spots in Columbia, and live radar tracking.
Tropics Update: Breaking down Tropical Storm Cristobal, Saharan dust in the Atlantic, and Potential Tropical Cyclone 1C taking aim at Hawaii.
Greg Fischel’s El Niño Briefing: CPC temperature anomalies, oceanic gradients, European model trends, and what a record-se...
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- Carolina weather forecast: Dangerous heat returns
- Runtime
- 11:50
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- Summer is heating things up over North Carolina and South Carolina. Meteorologist Frank Strait has your latest Carolina weather forecast.
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The Carolina Weather Group operates a weekly talk show of the same name. 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...
- Title
- Derecho produces storm damage across United States
- Runtime
- 6:35
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- A powerful and destructive derecho battered parts of the Midwest and Ohio Valley on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, producing wind gusts topping 100 mph, tornadoes, and severe flash flooding. The storm system impacted six primary states: Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, and parts of West Virginia and Virginia
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- Why Whaley Street floods in Columbia
- Runtime
- 7:41
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- Meteorologist Frank Strait explains the infamous flash flooding threat along Whaley Street in the urbanized area of downtown Columbia, South Carolina.
- Title
- El Nino status: We've never seen this before!
- Runtime
- 8:15
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- Meteorologist Greg Fishel explains the remarkable El Nino ocean temperature values in the Pacific Ocean, what makes this historic, and how it could impact us in the Atlantic hurricane season.
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- Hawaii storm threat: Future Tropical Storm Lala eyes islands
- Runtime
- 8:20
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
- Description
- Meteorologist Frank Strait explains that Potential Tropical Cyclone C, a threat to Hawaii as a future tropical storm or hurricane, possibly looms in the Pacific. Frank also explores the Atlantic, where the hurricane season is increasing with Tropical Storm Cristobal and additional areas of possible development.
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- Live severe weather coverage for the Carolinas (Aug. 11, 2026)
- Runtime
- 21:43
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
- Description
- The Carolina Weather Group is tracking severe weather in North Carolina and South Carolina, including the risk for tornadoes, severe thunderstorm winds, and hail.
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- Title
- National Weather Service storm warnings DELAYED!
- Runtime
- 2:26
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
- Description
- Some of the severe weather warnings being issued by the National Weather Service are being delayed. A technology issue at NOAA is causing some storm warnings, and some radar delayed, to be delayed tonight, Aug. 11, 2026. NOAA is aware of the issue and actively working to resolve the issue.
The communications problem does not appear to impact every National Weather Service nor does it appear to impact every storm warning. The issue appears sporadic but is impacting multiple National Weather Service offices, and thus multiple public services including weather apps, NOAA weather radio, and broadcast stations.
Here's what we know about the problem tonight.
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- Title
- Carolinas Severe Weather Alert: Wind & Flood Risk Today! #shorts
- Runtime
- 2:05
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
- Description
- A slight risk (tier 2/5) of severe weather is in play for the Carolinas today, Tuesday, August 11th, 2026. The main threat is damaging winds, with a marginal risk for excessive rainfall. Tornado risk is low and north of the region. Storms are expected to move in from the Midwest. #CarolinaWeather #SevereWeather #WeatherAlert #NorthCarolina #SouthCarolina
- Title
- ⚠️ Severe Storm Threat: Level 2 Risk for the Carolinas | Damaging Winds & Flash Floods
- Runtime
- 3:37
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
- Description
- James Brierton breaks down the severe weather threat impacting the Carolinas today, Tuesday, August 11, 2026.
A Level 2 out of 5 (Slight Risk) for severe storms is currently in effect for Western and Central North Carolina, including Asheville, Boone, Hickory, Charlotte, Winston-Salem, Greensboro, and Raleigh. The primary hazards today will be damaging wind gusts (up to a 30% chance) and localized flash flooding.
Key Timing & What to Expect:
First Wave (Late Afternoon/Evening): A cluster of storms moving along the I-40 corridor could affect the Triad and Triangle during the evening commute (6:00 PM – 7:00 PM).
Main Line (Late Night): A stronger line of storms sweeps through after 11:00 PM across the Mountains and Foothills, pushing south and east toward Charlotte and Raleigh around or after midnight.
Excessive Rainfall: High rain rates could trigger localized flash flooding.
Upcoming Heat & Next Risk: A "Ri...
- Title
- Should we change howe we classify excessive rain threats?
- Runtime
- 2:53
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
- Description
- The National Weather Service's Weather Prediction Center is considering a reclassification of excessive rainfall impacts. If the proposed change were to take place, it would create a 5-tier system similiar to the one already used by NOAA's Storm Prediction Center (SPC) for severe weather impacts.
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- Title
- Straight-Line Wind vs. Tornado Damage
- Runtime
- 1:15
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
- Description
- What's the difference between straight-line winds, a microburst and a tornado? Meteorologist Clay Chaney explains.
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- Title
- What is a flash flood EMERGENCY?
- Runtime
- 1:41
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
- Description
- Meteorologist Clay Cheney explains the difference between a flash flood WARNING and a flash flood EMERGENCY.
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- Title
- Cars submerged and stranded
- Runtime
- 0:55
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
- Description
- Photos show stranded and damaged cars from historic flash flooding in North Carolina.
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- Title
- Anomalies support strong El Niño
- Runtime
- 2:38
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
- Description
- Meteorologist Greg Fishel breaks down the latest numbers and what to expect with the upcoming strong El Niño.
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- Title
- Historic Flash Flooding in Surry County, NC (Aug. 1, 2026)
- Runtime
- 21:24
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- The Carolina Weather Group breaks down the severe weather outbreak across North Carolina on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. First, WFMY Chief Meteorologist Tim Buckley joins the show to discuss tracking a classic supercell that tore across the Triad. From Martinsville, Virginia down through Rockingham, Guilford, Alamance, and Orange counties, Tim explains what it was like tracking a rotating mesocyclone and persistent wall cloud for over 30 miles on broadcast TV and live sky cameras. Then, Clay Chaney from the National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg takes us behind the scenes of a storm damage survey in the Western North Carolina mountains. Clay debunks the common myth that tornadoes can't occur in high terrain, detailing how dual-pol radar debris signatures led NWS meteorologists to confirm an EF-0 tornado with 80 mph winds in Madison County. He also explains how NWS survey teams distinguish between tornadic convergent damage patterns and straight-line wind microbursts in dense, ...
- Title
- Historic Flash Flooding in Surry County, NC (Aug. 1, 2026)
- Runtime
- 17:06
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- In this segment, the panel discusses the catastrophic flash flooding that struck Surry County, North Carolina, and neighboring regions on August 5. Special guest Tim Buckley, Chief Meteorologist at WFMY News 2, shares compelling images of the extensive damage in Mount Airy and Pilot Mountain, including massive sinkholes and cars submerged in gullies. The team breaks down how 8 to 12 inches of rain fell in just six hours, causing the Ararat River to rise nearly 15 feet in matter of minutes, surpassing previous historical levels. Buckley highlights the crucial role of National Weather Service "Considerable" and "Emergency" flash flood warnings and wireless alerts in saving lives during the overnight hours. The discussion covers the devastating impact on local infrastructure, including public works facilities and town services, emphasizing the speed and power of mountain flash flooding.
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- Title
- El Niño Forecast? Hurricane Season latest with Greg Fischel
- Runtime
- 8:38
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- In this segment, meteorologist Greg Fischel breaks down the latest oceanographic data surrounding the rapidly developing El Niño and its potential impact on the Atlantic hurricane season. Greg explains the mechanics of the Walker Circulation, shifting water temperatures across Pacific Niño regions, and the updated RONI (Relative Oceanic Niño Index) methodology. He dives into climate computer models—including the European and CFS ensembles—which project a potentially historic, record-breaking El Niño event. What does this mean for the tropics? While strong El Niño events typically suppress overall Atlantic hurricane activity by increasing vertical wind shear, Greg delivers a crucial reminder: it only takes one storm to cause widespread disaster.
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- Title
- What we're tracking in the Atlantic hurricane season
- Runtime
- 4:23
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
- Description
- In this segment, meteorologist Frank Strait provides a comprehensive overview of current activity across the Atlantic Basin and what to expect as peak hurricane season approaches. Frank breaks down why conditions remain hostile for tropical development in the short term, pointing to widespread Saharan dust outbreaks and strong vertical wind shear across the Caribbean. He tracks a tropical disturbance north of Puerto Rico heading toward the Southeast coast, explaining why its development odds remain low despite bringing enhanced rainfall to the Carolinas. Finally, Frank looks ahead to long-range ensemble models—including early indicators from the European model—hinting at a potential uptick in tropical activity heading into late August.
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