Carolina Weather Group
Visiting Space Shuttle Discovery - before its moved? [Ep. 489 Extended]
![Visiting Space Shuttle Discovery - before its moved? [Ep. 489 Extended]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/HnPcSz3UbDU/1.jpg)
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- Visiting Space Shuttle Discovery - before its moved? [Ep. 489 Extended]
- Runtime
- 36:29
- Date posted
- 12 months ago
- Description
- It's Labor Day week, and as summer comes to a close, it's an extended road trip edition of the Carolina Weather Group!
Texas Republicans have recently proposed moving a space vehicle - potentially Space Shuttle Discovery - to Texas. Join James and Tim for a never-before-seen look at their July 2023 railfanning road trip, where they also stopped at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center (Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, Chantilly, VA) to see Space Shuttle Discovery and explore what the museum offers today
Then stay tuned for our original road trip adventure, where James and Tim take you to the legendary Horseshoe Curve in Altoona, Pennsylvania.
📅 Filmed: July 2023
📍 Locations: Horseshoe Curve (Altoona, PA); Udvar-Hazy Center (Chantilly, VA)
If you love railroads, space history, and nerdy roadtrips, you’re in the right place. Like, subscribe, and drop your favorite Horseshoe Curve or Discovery memory in the comments!
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- Support Carolina Weather Group with New Merch! #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:19
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Support the Carolina Weather Group and the local economy by purchasing new merchandise from our e-store, powered by Queensboro of Wilmington, NC. Visit https://carolinaweathergroup.qbstores.com/ to make your purchase today! #CarolinaWeatherGroup #Merch #Queensboro #SupportLocal
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- Hurricane Season: Tropical Peak Nearly Upon Us
- Runtime
- 4:30
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- The tropics are currently quiet, but the peak of the Atlantic hurricane season is approaching. New storms could form soon, so now is the time to prepare and stay informed. Don't let your guard down yet. #hurricane #weather #tropical #storms
Watch the full episode | https://www.youtube.com/live/1bzaqG24wdU?si=Hg0YLVFeubpdsr0n
Recorded on August 27, 2025
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- @LGR's Hurricane Helene Feast #shorts #podcast #clips
- Runtime
- 0:42
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- After Hurricane Helene, YouTuber LGR and his neighbors united. Power outages led to a massive feast as everyone shared food before it spoiled. Despite forgetting his freezer items, the cookouts created lasting memories. during an otherwise stressful time. #HurricaneHelene #LGR #CommunityFeast #NeighborhoodBonding
Watch the full episode | https://www.youtube.com/live/1bzaqG24wdU?si=Hg0YLVFeubpdsr0n
Recorded on August 27, 2025
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- Hurricane Aftermath: Community Bonds Forged #shorts #podcast #clips
- Runtime
- 1:08
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- After Hurricane Helene, YouTuber LGR found that sharing meals and making friends with neighbors created a strong community bond. This helped everyone cope with the storm's impact, turning hardship into connection. #hurricane #community #survival #kindness #neighbors
Watch the full episode | https://www.youtube.com/live/1bzaqG24wdU?si=Hg0YLVFeubpdsr0n
Recorded on August 27, 2025
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- @LGR Prepares for the Next Storm With New Tech Finds #podcast #clips #weather
- Runtime
- 0:45
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- YouTuber LGR shares the retro-tech gear acquired since Hurricane Helene. Walkie-talkies, ham radios, and solar chargers help him prepare for future disasters. Communication and power are key! #retroTech #hurricanePrep #LGR #hamRadio #solarChargers
Watch the full episode | https://www.youtube.com/live/1bzaqG24wdU?si=Hg0YLVFeubpdsr0n
Recorded on August 27, 2025
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- Forgotten Navy Base: Exposed By Hurricanes! #shorts #podcast #hurricane #clips
- Runtime
- 1:26
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- A former Cold War-era Navy base has been exposed and destroyed by recent hurricanes and nor'easters. The military abandoned the base, and storms tore through the area, revealing what was left. #ColdWar #NavyBase #HurricaneDamage #CoastalErosion
Watch the full episode | https://www.youtube.com/live/1bzaqG24wdU?si=Hg0YLVFeubpdsr0n
Recorded on August 27, 2025
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- Forgotten NC Navy Base Exposed By Hurricanes!
- Runtime
- 2:09
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- A former Cold War-era Navy base has been exposed and destroyed by recent hurricanes and nor'easters. The military abandoned the base, and storms tore through the area, revealing the toxins left behind. #ColdWar #NavyBase #HurricaneDamage #CoastalErosion
Watch the full episode | https://www.youtube.com/live/1bzaqG24wdU?si=Hg0YLVFeubpdsr0n
Recorded on August 27, 2025
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- Outer Banks plane finds shocking post-hurricane danger
- Runtime
- 8:06
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- See the damage along the North Carolina coast after Hurricane Erin, captured in newly-released images from the air. Expert Sam Walker analyzes the hidden dangers revealed in NOAA's assessment. #OuterBanks #HurricaneErin #NorthCarolina #CoastalDamage
Watch the full episode | https://www.youtube.com/live/1bzaqG24wdU?si=Hg0YLVFeubpdsr0n
Recorded on August 27, 2025
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- Outer Banks After Erin: Damage, Recovery, and Future
- Runtime
- 8:18
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- A look at the Outer Banks after the recent storm, focusing on Hatteras Island and Ocracoke. Despite initial concerns, the area has bounced back, though some homes have been condemned due to structural damage. The economic impact and NOAA's damage assessment are discussed. #OuterBanks #Hurricane #NorthCarolina #Weather #BeachNourishment
Watch the full episode | https://www.youtube.com/live/1bzaqG24wdU?si=Hg0YLVFeubpdsr0n
Recorded on August 27, 2025
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- Rebuilding After Hurricane #Helene: LGR's Story of Recovery
- Runtime
- 9:42
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- After a devastating hurricane, one creator faced losing everything. But an outpouring of community support helped him rebuild, giving him—and his neighbors—a second chance. Disasters bring out the best in people. #HurricaneHelene #Asheville #CommunitySupport #Rebuilding #secondchances
Watch the full episode | https://www.youtube.com/live/1bzaqG24wdU?si=Hg0YLVFeubpdsr0n
Recorded on August 27, 2025
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- YouTube Home Devastation: My Vintage Tech Collection! #shorts #podcast #clips
- Runtime
- 2:51
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Vintage tech YouTuber LGR recounts the devastating flood that struck their home and collection. Despite significant damage, they were fortunate to salvage most of their vintage computers and software.
Watch the full episode | https://www.youtube.com/live/1bzaqG24wdU?si=Hg0YLVFeubpdsr0n
Recorded on August 27, 2025
#vintageTech #floodRecovery #YouTubeCreator #techCollection
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- @LGR's Overwhelming Community Response after #Helene #podcast #clips
- Runtime
- 1:34
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- "LGR" talks about the outreach he recieved from his community and YouTube followers after Hurricane Helene.
Watch the full episode | https://www.youtube.com/live/1bzaqG24wdU?si=Hg0YLVFeubpdsr0n
Recorded on August 27, 2025
You can find LGR at https://www.youtube.com/@LGR
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- Feeling Like Myself Again: @LGR's recovery from #Helene #podcast #clips
- Runtime
- 0:56
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- YouTuber LGR continues to get his life back to normal after the devastation from Hurricane #Helene. He has been displaced from his home for over one year.
Watch the full episode | https://www.youtube.com/live/1bzaqG24wdU?si=Hg0YLVFeubpdsr0n
Recorded on August 27, 2025
You can find LGR at https://www.youtube.com/@LGR
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- YouTuber @LGR Hurricane #Helene story
- Runtime
- 3:02
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- YouTuber @LGR tells his story about riding our Hurricane Helene and what was lost in his home after the storm.
Watch the full episode | https://www.youtube.com/live/1bzaqG24wdU?si=Hg0YLVFeubpdsr0n
Recorded on August 27, 2025
You can find LGR at https://www.youtube.com/@LGR
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- Carolina Weekend Coastal Storm Risk? Hurricane Season Update
- Runtime
- 8:16
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Meteorologist Frank Strait discusses the chance of a coastal storm this weekend and provides an update on hurricane season activity. High pressure is bringing cooler, drier air, but a disturbance is heading our way. The Madden-Julian Oscillation is suppressing activity, but things could pick up again in mid-September.
Full podcast video: https://youtube.com/live/1bzaqG24wdU?feature=share
Original air date: 8/27/2025
#CoastalStorm #HurricaneSeason #WeatherUpdate #FrankStrait
![Helene Stories: @LGR's recovery after the storm [Ep. 555]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/1bzaqG24wdU/3.jpg)
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- Helene Stories: @LGR's recovery after the storm [Ep. 555]
- Runtime
- 1:10:09
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- When Hurricane Helene hit the Carolinas, it left a path of destruction caused by wind, rain and flooding.
Clint Basinger was one of many who had the misfortune of having the storm drop a tree through his Asheville, North Carolina, home.
Clint is a YouTuber known to millions as LGR. His videos cover retro tech, PC gaming and more. When the tree hit his home, it sent debris and rain not only into his home residence, but also through the vintage technology collection he uses to make his living.
Over the past months, Clint has been documenting his recovery for his YouTube viewers. Today, he talks with the Carolina Weather Group podcast about the impact the storm has had on him, what it has taken to get back on his feet and when he thinks he might finally be able to return home.
You can find LGR at https://www.youtube.com/@LGR
#weather #northcarolina #southcarolina #ncwx #scwx #podcast
📹 Join this channel to ge...
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- ⚠️ Hurricane Erin Strengthens to 110 MPH | 2–4 FT Surge & NC Evacuations
- Runtime
- 30:51
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Hurricane Erin has restrengthened to 110 mph winds and is bringing 2–4 feet of storm surge to North Carolina’s Outer Banks. Mandatory evacuations are underway for Ocracoke and Hatteras Islands, and NC Highway 12 faces the threat of washouts and impassable conditions
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In this special hurricane update, the Carolina Weather Group delivers the latest advisories from the National Hurricane Center and critical guidance from North Carolina Emergency Management. Governor Josh Stein and state officials outline evacuations, open shelters, storm preparations, and emergency response efforts across the state.
⚠️ Key Impacts:
110 mph winds as Erin restrengthens
2–4 feet of storm surge on the NC Outer Banks
Life-threatening rip currents along the East Coast
Evacuations ordered for Ocracoke & Hatteras Islands
Highway 12 at risk of closure from overwash and flooding
🔗 Resources &...
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- Hurricane Erin: Fact Check
- Runtime
- 1:50
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Hurricane Erin will NOT make a direct landfall anywhere in North and South Carolina, but it will still bring major impacts, especially to the coast.
Watch the FULL EPISODE | https://www.youtube.com/live/aZysm1sTfqs?si=3Zh9dDpH_rd-5RCQ
Recorded | August 19, 2025
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- Erin's Rapid Intensification
- Runtime
- 1:38
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Hurricane Erin's rapid intensification in the Atlantic may be one for the record books.
Watch the FULL EPISODE | https://www.youtube.com/live/aZysm1sTfqs?si=7_kzDeQREVp7cGPQ
Recorded | August 19, 2025
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- Beach dangers from Hurricane Erin
- Runtime
- 1:28
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Large swells from Hurricane Erin can sweep you off your feet at the beach. It will be best to stay away from the water for the next few days.
Watch the FULL EPISODE | https://www.youtube.com/live/aZysm1sTfqs?si=7_kzDeQREVp7cGPQ
Recorded | August 19, 2025
![Hurricane Erin’s impacts across the Carolinas [Podcast Ep. 554]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/aZysm1sTfqs/2.jpg)
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- Hurricane Erin’s impacts across the Carolinas [Podcast Ep. 554]
- Runtime
- 50:27
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- With Tropical Storm Warnings, Storm Surge Warnings, and dangerous rip currents along the Carolina coastline, we break down what you need to know as Erin makes its closest pass offshore.
🔴 Key coverage includes:
Latest track and intensity of Hurricane Erin
Expected tropical storm force winds and rainfall for the Carolinas
Life-threatening surf, rip currents, and storm surge impacts
Coastal flooding concerns, especially along the Outer Banks
What’s next as Erin accelerates northward up the U.S. East Coast
Stay tuned for real-time updates and analysis as the Carolina Weather Group tracks this powerful hurricane and its coastal impacts.
📍 Impacts include: Outer Banks, Cape Lookout, Pamlico & Albemarle Sounds, and coastal NC/SC.
⚠️ Please follow official guidance from the National Hurricane Center and local emergency management for safety instructions.
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- Hurricane Erin Strengthens Again | Outer Banks & NC Coast on Alert | Latest Storm Forecast
- Runtime
- 10:59
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- #erin #hurricane #weather
Hurricane Erin has re-intensified into a powerful Category 4 hurricane with winds of 130 mph after completing an eyewall replacement cycle. Erin is now a very large hurricane and is expected to bring life-threatening surf and rip currents along the entire U.S. East Coast, including North Carolina’s Outer Banks.
As the storm grows in size and tracks northwest, residents of coastal North Carolina should closely monitor updates this week. Even if Erin stays offshore, the dangerous surf, rip currents, and coastal flooding risks are significant.
To start your new work week, Meteorologist Frank Strait with the latest from the Carolina Weather Group.
We break down:
Erin’s latest track and strength
What it means for the Outer Banks and NC beaches
Timeline for rough surf, rip currents, and possible outer rainbands
Impacts for Bermuda and Atlantic Canada later this week
Stay tuned for contin...
- Title
- How to Identify Reliable Weather Info
- Runtime
- 0:47
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- How to spot credible weather information on social media
Full episode | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yWhzw5BEKCo
Air date | August 13, 2025
- Title
- Experiencing the tsunami in Hawaii
- Runtime
- 3:58
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- What happens when a tsunami warning hits while you're in Kauai? For the first time in 20+ years of studying tsunamis, it became real.
Full episode | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yWhzw5BEKCo
Air Date | August 13, 2025
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- Radio is still essential during disasters
- Runtime
- 0:42
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Losing connection during disasters is a scary thought. Cell phones are great, until the network goes down. A simple radio provided a lifeline of critical updates.
Full Episode | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yWhzw5BEKCo
Air Date | August 13, 2025
- Title
- Lightning blows up transformers
- Runtime
- 1:34
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- A severe thunderstorm causes power lines to blow up after lightning strikes transformers.
Full Episode | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yWhzw5BEKCo
Air Date | August 13, 2025
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- Earthquakes, Tsunamis & Helene: Understanding Disasters | Podcast Ep. 553
- Runtime
- 1:04:01
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- In this episode of the Carolina Weather Group, Duke University Associate Professor Dr. Brian McAdoo joins us to share his first-hand experience witnessing a tsunami in Hawaii just weeks ago. With decades of research into earthquakes, tsunamis, and the disaster management cycle, Dr. McAdoo offers valuable insights into how communities respond, recover, and prepare for the next natural disaster.
We discuss:
What it was like to see a tsunami in person after years of studying them.
Why the recent Pacific tsunami wasn’t worse—and what made the difference.
How the Disaster Management Cycle applies to events like Hurricane Helene.
Ways communities can strengthen resilience and prepare for the future.
The importance of simulating future disasters.
Plus, Frank Strait has the latest on Tropical Storm Erin and the rest of the Atlantic hurricane season.
📅 Watch now to learn how science, preparation, and local action...
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- 🌀 Tropical Storm Erin Update: Track, Intensity & Coastal Impacts
- Runtime
- 11:54
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Frank Strait breaks down the latest on Tropical Storm Erin, which could become the first hurricane of the 2025 Atlantic season. In this update, we cover:
Erin’s current location, winds, and strengthening trend.
Why cooler waters slowed early development—and what’s changing now.
The forecast track north of the Lesser Antilles and Puerto Rico.
Which models keep Erin offshore vs. rare scenarios that bring it closer to the Carolinas.
Potential for Erin to become a major hurricane over the weekend.
Coastal concerns, including high surf and rip currents along the East Coast next week.
Frank also shares the long-range outlook for additional tropical waves in the Atlantic as we approach the peak of hurricane season.
📅 Stay prepared and informed—get the facts on Erin’s track, intensity, and what it could mean for your area.
See the full podcast: https://youtube.com/live/yWhzw5BEKCo
Original air date: 8/13/2025
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- Tropical Storm Erin: Fast-Moving Hurricane Threat Update #shorts
- Runtime
- 1:06
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Tropical Storm Erin is rapidly intensifying in the Atlantic, racing west at 22 mph. While no land is currently threatened, forecasts show Erin could approach the North Leeward Islands by the weekend. Erin is forecast to become the first hurricane of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season. Other potential storms are also being monitored. #TropicalStormErin #HurricaneSeason #WeatherUpdate
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- Tropical Storm Erin: Fast-Moving Hurricane Threat Update #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:46
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Tropical Storm Erin is rapidly intensifying in the Atlantic, racing west at 22 mph. While no land is currently threatened, forecasts show Erin could approach the North Leeward Islands by the weekend. Erin is forecast to become the first hurricane of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season. Other potential storms are also being monitored. #TropicalStormErin #HurricaneSeason #WeatherUpdate
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- Lightning EXPLODES: Insane Dash Cam Footage in South Carolina! #shorts
- Runtime
- 0:33
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Dashcam footage captures the shocking moment lightning strikes in Mount Pleasant, SC, causing power outages near Highway 17. Imagine witnessing that while driving! The storm brought flash flooding and heavy rain, leaving viewers in disbelief. What would one do? #lightningstrike #mountpleasant #dashcam #southcarolina #weather #storm
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- Lightning EXPLODES: Insane Dash Cam Footage in South Carolina!
- Runtime
- 0:33
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Dashcam footage captures the shocking moment lightning strikes in Mount Pleasant, SC, causing power outages near Highway 17. Imagine witnessing that while driving! The storm brought flash flooding and heavy rain, leaving viewers in disbelief. What would one do? #lightningstrike #mountpleasant #dashcam #southcarolina #weather #storm
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- ⚡ Big Upgrades Coming to Carolina Weather Net! | New Forecast Features Revealed
- Runtime
- 3:05
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Exciting changes are on the way to the Carolina Weather Net! In this segment, we unveil new forecast enhancements that will make your nonstop weather stream even more informative and engaging. From clearer visuals to expanded local coverage across North and South Carolina, these upgrades are designed to keep you safer and more informed—24/7.
Don't miss this behind-the-scenes look at what's next for your favorite streaming weather channel!
📺 Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/3NTSTz7Eitg
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- Love the Water, Respect the Ocean: Be warned!
- Runtime
- 8:27
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- The ocean is beautiful—but it demands respect.
In this segment from Episode 352 of the Carolina Weather Group, we discuss the real dangers hidden in a day at the beach, from rip currents to sudden weather changes, and how to enjoy the water safely.
Topics include:
🌊 What rip currents are and how to escape them
🚩 The meaning of beach warning flags
🏊 Tips for swimming safely in the ocean
🚨 What to do if someone is in trouble in the surf
🏖️ Why “loving the water” means understanding its power
This is essential summer viewing for beachgoers across the Carolinas and beyond.
📌 Full episode: https://youtube.com/live/3NTSTz7Eitg
☀️ Subscribe for weekly weather coverage, safety tips, and community stories from the Carolina Weather Group.
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- Rain Washes Out MLB’s Speedway Classic at Bristol Motor Speedway
- Runtime
- 3:12
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Mother Nature took the win at Bristol.
In this segment from Episode 352 of the Carolina Weather Group, we discuss how heavy rain and flash flooding disrupted Major League Baseball’s highly anticipated “Speedway Classic ’25” — the one-of-a-kind game set inside Bristol Motor Speedway.
We cover:
🌧️ The timing and severity of the storms that hit the region
🏟️ How rain impacted both the fan experience and national broadcast
⏱️ Weather preparedness for high-profile outdoor sporting events
⚾ The significance of the event — and what it meant for the region
When the country was watching Bristol, the weather took center stage.
📌 Full episode: https://youtube.com/live/3NTSTz7Eitg
☁️ Subscribe for expert insight into the intersection of weather, sports, and public safety
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- How Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) Work — And Why You Sometimes Don’t Get Them
- Runtime
- 10:57
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- In this segment from Episode 352 of the Carolina Weather Group, we break down Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) — those government-issued messages that buzz your phone during dangerous weather or emergencies.
We cover:
📱 What WEA is and how it's used for tornado warnings, flash floods, Amber Alerts, and more
🛰️ How location-based targeting works (and doesn’t)
🤔 Why some people receive alerts while others nearby do not
🔧 How to check your phone settings to make sure you’re getting alerts
🚨 Real-life examples during recent North Carolina severe weather events
Whether you're in the path of a storm or just curious how emergency alerts reach your phone, this is a must-watch primer on one of the nation's most powerful public safety tools.
📌 Full episode: https://youtube.com/live/3NTSTz7Eitg
📲 Subscribe for weekly insights into severe weather and emergency preparedness
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- Floodwaters Swamp Charlotte & Triangle Region | North Carolina Flash Flood Recap
- Runtime
- 8:03
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Flash flooding struck multiple parts of North Carolina following torrential rainfall—triggering warnings, road closures, and life-threatening conditions.
In this segment from Episode 352 of the Carolina Weather Group, we cover:
⛈️ Charlotte-area flooding with creeks like McAlpine, Irvins, and Fourmile overrunning their banks
🚨 Flash flood warnings for Cary, Raleigh, and parts of Wake and Chatham counties
🌊 Overflowing drainages along Little Sugar Creek, Swift Creek, Walnut Creek, and more
📍 Areas hardest hit, from Matthews and Pineville to Durham and Apex
⚠️ The National Weather Service’s warning language, describing damage threats as considerable
We walk through the meteorology behind the flooding, rainfall totals, and how residents were impacted across central and southern North Carolina.
📌 Full episode: https://youtube.com/live/3NTSTz7Eitg
🚨 Subscribe for critical updates on severe weather impacting the...
- Title
- How Saharan Dust Can Shut Down Tropical Storms | Explainer
- Runtime
- 3:22
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- What does dust from the Sahara Desert have to do with the Atlantic hurricane season? A lot more than you might think.
In this explainer from Episode 352 of the Carolina Weather Group, meteorologist Frank Strait breaks down:
🌬️ What the Saharan Air Layer (SAL) is
🏜️ How dry, dusty air from Africa spreads across the Atlantic
🌪️ Why tropical storms struggle to develop in dry, stable air
🛰️ How satellites detect these dusty outbreaks
🔬 Why this matters most in early and mid-hurricane season
Whether you’re tracking storms from the Carolinas or just trying to understand why a tropical wave fizzled out, this segment connects the science behind dust, dry air, and tropical development.
📌 Full episode: https://youtube.com/live/3NTSTz7Eitg
🌪️ Subscribe for weekly weather insight from the Carolinas and beyond
- Title
- Beach erosion & pollution threatening Buxton
- Runtime
- 1:06
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Massive erosion is exposing old infrastructure & forcing beach closures. Diesel fuel & petroleum, once buried, are now washing into the ocean near Buxton. Watch the full video: https://youtube.com/live/3NTSTz7Eitg
Original air date: 8/6/2025
#weather #podcast #nc #sc #northcarolina #southcarolina #science
- Title
- Stop the panic!
- Runtime
- 0:31
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Posting scary model runs cause panic and anxiety for people who view these posts on social media. Watch the full video: https://youtube.com/live/3NTSTz7Eitg
Original air date: 8/6/2025
#weather #podcast #nc #sc #northcarolina #southcarolina #science
- Title
- America has the worst air quality in the world
- Runtime
- 0:56
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Canadian wildfire smoke is blowing into the United States and causing air quality to be the worst in the world. Watch the full video: https://youtube.com/live/3NTSTz7Eitg
Original air date: 8/6/2025
#weather #podcast #nc #sc #northcarolina #southcarolina #science
- Title
- North Carolina hit hard by Flash Flooding
- Runtime
- 1:12
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Charlotte's greenways are designed to prevent urban flooding, but recent heavy rains caused creeks to swell to dangerous levels. Watch the full video: https://youtube.com/live/3NTSTz7Eitg
Original air date: 8/6/2025
#weather #podcast #nc #sc #northcarolina #southcarolina #science
- Title
- Flash flooding causes creek to rise FAST!
- Runtime
- 0:58
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- A time-lapse video shows how quickly flash flooding can transform a creek bed Watch the full video: https://youtube.com/live/3NTSTz7Eitg
Original air date: 8/6/2025
#weather #podcast #nc #sc #northcarolina #southcarolina #science
- Title
- Joining CoCoRaHS
- Runtime
- 1:00
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Do you enjoy measuring precipitation in your own backyard? Do you want your weather data to help in natural resource, education and research? CoCoRaHS is for you!
Sign up today: https://www.cocorahs.org/application.aspx Watch the full video: https://youtube.com/live/3NTSTz7Eitg
Original air date: 8/6/2025
#weather #podcast #nc #sc #northcarolina #southcarolina #science
- Title
- Gifford Fire Spreads | Smoke Impacts Air Quality Across U.S.
- Runtime
- 4:18
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- The Gifford Fire northeast of Santa Maria, California, has burned over 96,000 acres and is just 15% contained as of August 7. Now, its smoke is spreading across multiple states, triggering air quality alerts far beyond California.
In this segment from Episode 352 of the Carolina Weather Group, we cover:
🔥 Latest updates from fire officials on size, containment, and evacuations
🌬️ How winds are pushing smoke into the central and eastern U.S.
🌫️ Worsening air quality from California to the Carolinas
📍 Areas currently under Evacuation Orders and Warnings, including:
Pine Ridge
Haystack Canyon
Lopez Lake
Huasna
Parts of Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties
📋 Resources and shelter locations for humans and animals
🗺️ Road closures along State Route 166
🌡️ Weather conditions: 104°F temps, single-digit humidity, 30+ mph wind gusts
Air quality alerts have been issued in multip...
- Title
- Petroleum Spill at Buxton Beach Linked to Cold War-Era Military Site
- Runtime
- 4:52
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- A petroleum-like substance has once again washed ashore at Buxton Beach in Dare County, North Carolina—a site long plagued by legacy pollution from Cold War-era military operations.
In this clip from Episode 352 of the Carolina Weather Group, we discuss the source of the contamination:
🛢️ The former Naval Facility Cape Hatteras, which operated from 1956 to 1982 as a coastal surveillance station using underwater listening cables to detect foreign activity
🛟 Later used by the U.S. Coast Guard until the early 2010s
📍 Located just north of the original Cape Hatteras Lighthouse site
We explore:
What’s washing up onshore and how it's being identified
The environmental risks posed to the beach and nearby communities
Why this location continues to leak petroleum decades after its closure
The state and federal response to ongoing pollution concerns
📌 Watch the full episode: https://youtube.com/live/3NTSTz7Eitg
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- Title
- 3 tropical systems to watch in the Atlantic
- Runtime
- 12:49
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- The Atlantic is waking up as we head deeper into hurricane season.
In this segment from the first 20 minutes of Episode 352, meteorologist Frank Strait joins the Carolina Weather Group with the latest on:
🌀 Tropical Storm Dexter — now exiting the scene, but not before stirring up rough surf and rip currents along the Carolina coast
🌊 A low off the Southeast U.S. coast — showing limited development potential
🌍 A tropical wave in the central Atlantic — with growing model support for future development
🌬️ A third wave still over Africa — possibly the next one to watch
Frank walks us through forecast model trends, ensemble guidance, and how Saharan dust and dry air are influencing development chances across the basin.
📌 Full episode: https://youtube.com/live/3NTSTz7Eitg
🌀 Subscribe for expert Carolina-centered hurricane season coverage
- Title
- Tropics Come Alive: 3 Storm Brewing | Flash Floods Inundate North Carolina | Podcast Ep. 552
- Runtime
- 1:14:09
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- The Atlantic tropics are waking up, and North Carolina is soaked from back-to-back flash flooding events.
In Episode 352 of the Carolina Weather Group:
We begin with Tropical Storm Dexter, moving away from the U.S. but responsible for rough surf and rip currents along the Carolinas.
Then, we break down two more systems in the Atlantic:
🌀 A low off the Southeast coast
🌀 A strong wave emerging from Africa
➤ We examine model runs, satellite data, and ensemble spreads to discuss their potential tracks and possible impacts for the Carolinas.
Back on land:
💧 Flash flooding hit Charlotte and central North Carolina, with creek levels rising rapidly.
💬 James shares his first-hand account of Little Sugar Creek flooding live on-air.
📱 We also discuss WEA alerts, how they perform, and the redundancy of emergency warning systems in the Carolinas.
Plus: Cool weather in August, Sahara...
- Title
- Never use plumbing during a thunderstorm. Here's why
- Runtime
- 0:55
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
- Description
- Should you take a shower or use plumbing while a thunderstorm is overhead?
