After the storm Coverage

Sampson County man, woman rejoice in new houses years after hurricanes destroyed old homes

On Monday, there was finally vindication for two Sampson County residents whose homes were damaged by Hurricane Matthew and Hurricane Florence. They now have new places to stay.

Gilbert Baez, WRAL Fayetteville reporter

More than 60,000 without power in NC Wednesday morning

As of 5:30 a.m. Wednesday, there are still 61,326 NC customers without power.

Tree crashes through roof of home near North Hills

A tree fell through a woman's home on Tuesday near North Hills, crashing through the roof into the house.

Photos: Storm damage from Tuesday's WRAL Weather Alert Day

Severe storms rolled through North Carolina Jan. 9, 2024, causing power outages, wind damage, flooding and downed trees.

Flame shoots up from utility pole in Garner during storm

A viewer sent WRAL News a video that captured the worst of Sunday's storm that included a possible tornado touching down in Garner.

Pfizer resumes 'majority' of operations after NC tornado in Rocky Mount

Pfizer announced Monday most operations have resumed at its Rocky Mount plant more than two months after a tornado damaged a main building at the site.

Jessica Patrick, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Boone-based nonprofit Samaritan's Purse helping with Idalia relief

The faith-based nonprofit is taking its efforts to Florida to lend a hand after Hurricane Idalia left devastation in its path.

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Columbus County business owners work to reopen after flooding from Idalia

South Madison Street in downtown Whiteville has reopened, but many businesses are still cleaning up from the devastation caused by Tropical Storm Idalia.

Destinee Patterson, WRAL reporter

Business owners work to reopen after flooding from Idalia

Columbus County business owners are slowly reopening after Tropical Storm Idalia hit the area.

Rip current warning at NC Coast after Idalia passed through

As we move into the Labor Day weekend, Idalia is creating more issues along the North Carolina coast. State officials advise against swimming in coastal waters anywhere from Kitty Hawk all the way south to the South Carolina line.

Idalia impacts Outer Banks ahead of Labor Day weekend

Idalia moved into the Atlantic Ocean on Thurday, but areas in the Outer Banks are dealing with flooding and rip currents.

Whiteville declares state of emergency after severe flooding from Idalia

The city of Whiteville declared a state of emergency after experiencing flooding from Idalia, where water levels were as high as 20 inches in one building.

Chelsea Donovan, WRAL reporter

Idalia downgraded to post-tropical cyclone, three tornadoes hit NC on Wednesday

The NWS has confirmed three tornadoes on Wednesday in North Carolina due to severe weather conditions from Idalia.

WRAL staff

How to keep your family safe after the storm

Idalia has passed, but we're not out of the dark. Follow these tips to keep you and your family safe after the storm.

Here's what to do if you lose power

What to do before you lose power and how to stay safe when your electricity goes out.

Hurricane damage: Drone video shows homes flattened, trees down in Florida

Drone video from Cedar Key, FL shows extreme damage from Hurricane Idalia, including flattened homes and downed trees from storm surge and strong winds.

All power restored Friday morning, storm debris cleanup continues in Durham

People in Durham are waking up Friday morning with their power back on -- after some were without it for more than 48 hours. Duke Energy crews finished work last night after the widespread outages from Tuesday's storm, but there is still damage to be cleaned up.

48 hours without power creates dangerous situation for some in Durham

More than 9,000 customers are without power in Durham; repairs are expected by tonight.

Thousands without power, cleanup and repairs underway in Durham

Thousands are still without power and water after storm.

Sky 5 flies over storm damage in Durham County

Sky 5 flies over storm damage Wednesday morning after severe storms on Aug. 15, 2023.

Tree falls on mobile home: Storm damage in Wake County

WRAL News surveys storm damage in Wake County after Tuesday night's storms.

New technology will help Duke Energy restore power faster

Efforts are still underway Tuesday to get power back to thousands of homes and businesses in the triangle after last night's storms.

Trees in pools, on roofs: Sky 5 flies over storm damage in Raleigh

Sky 5 flies over downed trees across Raleigh on Aug. 8, 2023, the night after severe storms moved through the area.

Photos: Rare pink rainbow dazzles after the storm

Some people who stepped outside after the severe line of storms Monday night were greeted with a rare, unusual and beautiful surprise.

Crash closes Wade Avenue at Blue Ridge Road for hours

A crash has closed Wade Avenue near Blue Ridge Road in Raleigh. Sky 5 flies over the scene.