Something's brewing in the Southwest Gulf of Mexico. Meteorologists are keeping a close eye on a new tropical depression that formed early Saturday morning. They're calling it Tropical Depression Fourteen for now, but it's expected to strengthen and could become a hurricane by midweek. The forecast
As the rain poured down on western North Carolina, a stormy welcome for swarms of yellow jackets descended upon the region. The heavy flooding and standing water that followed Hurricane Helene's path likely destroyed the insects' underground nests and toppled trees or stumps that held them, sending
The impact of Hurricane Helene on Asheville's Biltmore Estate and surrounding village is a sobering reminder of nature's power. As the storm churned through the Carolinas, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake, the nearby Biltmore Village was among the areas hardest hit. The once-quaint shops a
Western North Carolina was devastated by Hurricane Helene, with severe flooding and landslides causing extensive damage. Road closures have hindered emergency response efforts, while essential services like electricity, internet, and cellular networks remain down. The River Arts District in Ashevill
In Erwin, Tennessee, Hurricane Helene left behind more than just flooded streets. The workers at Impact Plastics were told to stay put, even as water started pouring in. Bertha Mendoza, 56, had just enough time to call her husband and kids before the flood took her life. She was one of many who coul
Columbia just got a real taste of Tropical Storm Helene, and it wasn’t pleasant. The airport clocked a wind gust at 67 mph, which is pretty strong! Lots of power lines went down, and trees fell everywhere because of the storm. Heavy rains made things worse by soaking the ground. When more rain came,
Are you a resident near Lake Wateree? Duke Energy has some important updates for you. The lake is expected to reach its highest point, or crest, by Sunday afternoon. This means the water level will start to go down slowly over the next few days. The company is working hard to manage the water flow a
Something unusual is happening in the Midlands. Rivers are reaching levels that we haven't seen since 2015. The cause? Heavy rain from Hurricane Helene. Forecasters warn that rivers might stay high for days. This could affect many areas, including roads and even homes along certain rivers like the E
As the sun rises over the Atlantic Ocean, a powerful storm is brewing. Tropical Storm Kirk has formed, bringing with it strong winds and heavy rainfall. The news comes as a relief to those who have been experiencing a quiet weather pattern, but it also brings a sense of uncertainty and concern. The
As the severe storm, Hurricane Helene, made its way across the southeastern United States, communities were left reeling from its devastating aftermath. In Buncombe County, North Carolina, a solemn reality set in as officials reported 30 fatalities, with hundreds more unaccounted for. The once thriv
