The damage and deaths wreaked by these storms in the past 60 years has become legendary in North Carolina's history. Where are the worst hurricanes in North Carolina?

Count down the most destructive hurricanes in NC history

Hurricane Hazel

The North Carolina Museum of History on Wednesday announced the museum and its exhibits are getting a major makeover. 



Raleigh's NC Museum of History closing for 2 to 3 years for makeover

Bicentennial Plaza 

Three months after five people were thrown from The Vortex at the North Carolina State Fair, crews were disassembling the ride on Jan. 21, 2014, but not before running it again. An attorney for the ride's owner would not comment on why. (Amanda Lamb/WRAL)

Vortex ride