SC burn ban lifted in most counties
The burn ban will remain in effect for Greenville, Horry, Oconee, Pickens, and Spartanburg counties. COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina...
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North Carolina wildfires pose health risk as air quality worsens
Smoke from wildfires poses a serious health risk for residents across the Carolinas. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Wildfires burning through western...
High fire danger this weekend, strong storms possible Monday in Charlotte, NC
Much-needed rain will help firefighting efforts across the Carolinas, but there's also a threat of severe weather. CHARLOTTE, N.C. —...
Why are Charlotte Knights allowed to have a fireworks show during a burn ban?
The answer is rather simple. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — There is currently a statewide and local burn ban due to the...
Why less weather balloons is a big deal for weather forecasters
The U.S. government is scaling back weather balloon launches. Here is why a weather balloon is such an important tool...
South Carolina wildfires: Updates on Table Rock, Persimmon Ridge fires
Gov. Henry McMaster is scheduled to hold a briefing updating South Carolina's response to the Table Rock Complex wildfire. GREENVILLE...
Survivors of Helene face banks, insurers in rebuilding struggle
Many Hurricane Helene victims are still fighting banks and insurers for help six months after losing everything in the storm....
Watauga County residents rebuild amid storm devastation
Watauga County communities struggle with recovery efforts six months after storm Helene caused widespread damage. WATAUGA COUNTY, N.C. — Six...
Avery County, N.C. still recovering 6 months after Helene
A small town along a river is emblematic of the uphill battle to recover from the storm. AVERY COUNTY, N.C....
Charlotte, N.C. students write children’s book about tree health | Helene news
"A Girl, Her Tree and The Swing" is a book that focuses on how Hurricane Helene impacted tree health in...