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Thousands of acres are burning across the Southeast as dry weather persists. Without rain, new fires are burning in North Carolina and South Carolina. Low humidity and gusty winds are making it easy for fires to start and spread. A look at your forecast shows some rain is finally on the way, but with such a deficit, the drought conditions will continue. That's why some cities and counties have alr...

What is it like to witness the historic Artemis II launch in person? 🚀 Plus, what do the newly announced water restrictions mean for North and South Carolina? This week on the Carolina Weather Group, we are joined by North Carolina-based NASA Solar System Ambassador Tony Rice. Tony shares his incredible firsthand stories and behind-the-scenes insights from witnessing the launch of Artemis II live...

Humanity is heading back to the moon! 🚀 Join Jared Smith and Ricky Matthews from the Carolina Weather Group for a live watch party and analysis of the historic NASA Artemis II launch. This incredible mission sends four NASA astronauts inside the Orion capsule on a journey around the moon. Experience the thrill of the 6:35 PM ET liftoff , listen in on the live NASA communications , and catch a spe...

This week on the Carolina Weather Group: We are tracking a dangerous mix of weather conditions sparking a severe fire threat across North and South Carolina. Plus, we look ahead to a historic milestone in space exploration! Worsening Drought & Fire ThreatA prolonged lack of rain has plunged the Carolinas into severe and extreme drought. We break down the rainfall deficits, which are sitting ar...

The Storm Prediction Center (SPC) issued a rare Moderate Risk (Level 4/5) for the Carolinas this past Monday, but did the forecast actually verify? While over 100 reports of damaging winds rolled in, the expected "tornado outbreak" tells a more complicated story. Tonight, we are joined by Clay Chaney from the National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg. Clay led the storm survey i...

Potentially damaging severe weather is forecast for Monday, March 16.The Carolina Weather Group has the latest storm forecast timing and impacts. All of North Carolina and South Carolina could see severe weather, including tornadoes, damaging wind and hail. NOAA's Storm Prediction Center has placed part of the Carolinas under a "Moderate" tier 4 out of 5 severe weather risk. This is...

It's been more than a year and a half since Hurricane Helene decimated Western North Carolina, and we are still uncovering the factors that compounded this historic tragedy. Tonight on the Carolina Weather Group, James Brierton sits down with WCNC Charlotte investigative reporter Nate Morabito. Nate shares the findings of his recent investigation, revealing how missing landslide data could hav...

Tonight, we are thrilled to be joined by Jen Walton from the groundbreaking organization, Girls Who Chase. Jen stops by to talk about the incredible community they are building and gives us an exclusive look at two massive upcoming virtual events designed for weather enthusiasts, storm chasers, and photographers of all experience levels. In this episode, we dive into:⛈️ All Things Radar: Severe We...

The "Epic Blizzard of 2026" has paralyzed the Northeast, and tonight the Carolina Weather Group goes beyond the Carolinas to break down the historic totals. We are joined by our Chief New Jersey Correspondent, Peter Planamente, who shares exclusive 24-hour time-lapse footage of his home being engulfed by nearly 20 inches of snow. We dive into the "warm seclusion" meteorology th...

Tonight on the Carolina Weather Group, we open our archives for a special encore presentation covering three major weather anniversaries in the Carolinas.❄️ The "Granddaddy" of Them All: The Great Southeastern Snowstorm of 1973 (Original Air Date: 2023)First, we look back 50+ years to February 1973, when a historic storm dropped up to 24 inches of snow on South Carolina. Frank Strait and...

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Tonight on the Carolina Weather Group, we are breaking down the massive winter storm that just walloped the Carolinas. From the mountains to the coast, we cover the historic snowfall totals and the icy impacts felt across North and South Carolina. ❄️ In This Episode: NC & SC Storm Recap: James Brierton reports from Charlotte (Piedmont) and Sam Walker joins from the Outer Banks to discuss the m...

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein and other state officials urge the public to remain off the roads and to conserve power, a day after a large snowstorm hit the region. Many roads are impassable due to the accumulation of snow, which exceeds 12 inches in some areas.#weather #northcarolina #southcarolina #ncwx #scwx #podcast📹 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/chann...

The winter storm is intensifying across the Carolinas! In this Saturday afternoon update (Jan 31, 2026), the Carolina Weather Group team goes live from the field as conditions deteriorate rapidly. ❄️ In This Update: Outer Banks (OBX): Sam Walker reports from Corolla where they are "getting blasted" with winds gusting to 60 mph and whiteout conditions starting to form. We discuss the coas...

The Carolina Weather Group team is tracking a major winter storm set to impact North Carolina and South Carolina this weekend. While previous events focused on ice, this coastal low is shifting the threat to accumulating snow, particularly for Eastern NC. We look this morning at where the snow has fallen, where more is expected, and where some of the snow accumulation has dropped. James Brierton r...

The Carolina Weather Group team is tracking a major winter storm set to impact North Carolina and South Carolina this weekend. While previous events focused on ice, this coastal low is shifting the threat to accumulating snow, particularly for Eastern NC. We break down the latest "Last Call" maps, timing for Saturday's snow arrival, and the dangerous Arctic blast following the system...

A winter storm is expected to bring significant snow accumulation to North Carolina this weekend. Governor Josh Stein and other state officials are holding a briefing to discuss preparations for the winter storm. Travel impacts are expected as a result of the weather.#weather #northcarolina #southcarolina #ncwx #scwx #podcast📹 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/chan...

The Carolina Weather Group team is tracking a major winter storm set to impact North Carolina and South Carolina this weekend. While previous events focused on ice, this coastal low is shifting the threat toward accumulating snow, particularly for Central and Eastern NC. We break down the latest "First Call" maps, timing for Saturday's snow showers, and the dangerous Arctic blast fol...

An epic winter storm is forecast to bring significant ice and snow to North Carolina and South Carolina through Sunday. Expect prolonged periods of freezing temperatures and extended power outages. Join the Carolina Weather Group as we check out what's happening this evening around the region, and analyze the latest model guidance and timing for this major winter event.#weather #northcarolina...

A Tale of Two Carolinas: Ice Inland, Warm Air at the Coast. Join the Carolina Weather Group for a special Saturday evening live update as a major winter storm moves across North and South Carolina. Host Sam Walker, along with James Brierton in Charlotte and Frank Strait in Columbia, break down the incoming freezing rain, sleet, and massive temperature divides impacting the region on Saturday, Janu...

An epic winter storm will bring significant ice and snow to North Carolina and South Carolina starting Saturday. Preparations are needed now to protect across prolonged periods of freezing temperatures and extended power outages. Gov. Henry McMaster and other South Carolina leaders are holding another pre-storm briefing to provide updates on their preparations. Now is the time to prepare. Join the...

Stay Safe, Carolinas! Complete Winter Storm Emergency Briefing & Live Forecast Update North Carolina Governor Josh Stein, state emergency officials, and the Carolina Weather Group provide critical updates as a major winter storm brings dangerous ice, sleet, and freezing rain to the Carolinas. This video covers official state preparation efforts, a detailed meteorological breakdown by Sam Walke...

The Carolinas are bracing for a severe winter weather event bringing heavy ice, dangerous wind chills, and widespread power outages. Join Carolina Weather Group's Sam Walker for a comprehensive breakdown of the incoming January 23, 2026, ice storm. This special live stream features a press briefing from North Carolina Governor Josh Stein and NC Emergency Management, followed by a detailed look...

Join the Carolina Weather Group for special coverage of the pending winter storm impacting North Carolina and South Carolina this weekend. This video features the full January 22, 2026, press briefing from Raleigh with North Carolina Governor Josh Stein and state officials, followed by a breakdown of the "First Call" forecast maps with Sam Walker. Governor Stein has declared a State of E...

An epic winter storm will bring significant ice and snow to North Carolina and South Carolina starting Saturday. Preparations are needed now to protect across prolonged periods of freezing temperatures and extended power outages. The latest winter storm forecast tonight with meteorologists across the Carolinas. Featuring Scotty Powell in Myrtle Beach, Frank Strait in Columbia, James Brierton and B...