Severe thunderstorms, high wildfire risks expected in Western NC, NWS says
Turbulent weather is expected in Western North Carolina over the next several days, with wildfire risks leading into ...
Next City12h
‘We Know What It’s Like’: How Appalachian Towns Are Learning To Help Each Other After Floods
From the Kentucky floods to Helene and back again, people throughout Appalachia are using their experiences to help others ...
The Progress-Index13h
NWS Virginia forecast: Possible thunderstorm, tornado, flash flooding on Sunday
Predicted storm during Severe Weather Awareness Week may impact Amelia, Richmond, Dinwiddie, Prince George, Chesterfield, ...
Lawmakers consider bill to ease floodplain rules for rebuilding after Hurricane Helene
RALEIGH — State lawmakers are weighing a bill that could make it easier to replace homes and businesses lost in the ...
American Banker1d
Banks lean on their foundations to boost disaster recovery
Disaster relief is capturing a large share of philanthropic giving from banks such as Truist Financial and Western Alliance ...
Tens of billions in Hurricane Helene aid to start by March 21, US Agriculture Secretary says
The September 2024 storm cut a swath from Florida into North Carolina, causing more than $10 billion in estimated damages to ...
Fighting Irish Wire1d
DOGE staffing cuts hit NCEI; manages climate data crucial to disaster prep and response
Headquartered in Asheville, NCEI, a branch of NOAA, has lost 20 employees so far during the Trump administration's recent ...
Inside Climate News2d
A New Bill Would Allow Duke Energy to Retreat From North Carolina’s Ambitious Climate Goals
State Sen. Paul Newton introduced Senate Bill 261 on Tuesday with the gusto of a car salesman: “I’m here to offer you an ...
WFAE 90.72d
An update on life in western NC six months after Helene
It's now been six months since the remnants of Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina. The storm is blamed for at ...
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution2d
Asheville journeys to recovery after historic Hurricane Helene
Asheville is a major tourist hub for the region and a favorite travel destination for many Atlantans. Some may wonder, is it OK to visit?
Asheville Watchdog2d
Wildfire season is here. Helene and DOGE could make it worse.
When Chris and Sara Evensen bought their home off Elk Mountain Scenic Highway in 2018, they felt like they’d hit the natural beauty jackpot: a nice home on two acres, ensconced in a gorgeous hardwood ...