37 NC counties are under alert, including Cumberland, Johnston, Wayne, Harnett, and Moore counties.

We’re also tracking how long storm threats last. See the new video of hail and storm damage. Plus, a water main break opens up a large sinkhole on a busy Wake Forest road. Watch WRAL-TV at 6 p.m., and search for these and other stories on WRAL.com. 

Only on WRAL at 6: Caught on camera: Driver chases after man, fires gun. Why victim says it started with a breakup gone bad

Officials are encouraging residents to take steps to prepare for extreme weather ahead of hurricane season. New data shows flood and wind risk is changing in the state.

Inland homes at risk for high winds, flooding during hurricane season. Here's what you can do now.

Holly Springs shed damage

More than a dozen former employees say understaffing at Brynn Marr Hospital contributes to what they describe as a dangerous place for patients and employees. Hospital officials say allegations of violence, sexual assaults, overmedication and lack of mental health therapy are unfounded.

Former employees say short-staffed NC psych hospital rife with violence, abuse

Brynn Marr Hospital

Check out a selection of key weather maps and camera views to see how the winter weather is impacting the Triangle and beyond.

<em><b>Get a quick overview of the approaching winter storm with a view of radar, weather maps and outdoor cameras -- all on one web page.</b></em>

North Carolina radar -- green indicates rain, pink is sleet or freezing rain and white and blue represent snow, with blue being heavier snow.

North Carolina Radar

Active winter weather alerts in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia.

Winter Weather Alerts - NC

DUALDoppler5000 -- WRAL's station-owned radar, located off U.S. 70 southeast of Raleigh. Snow is shown in blue, sleet and freezing rain in pink and rain in green. The darker the color, the heavier the intensity.

Doppler - Central NC

Alfred Charles

Current Temperatures, DMA

Click through this slideshow to see when, where and how the winter storm will impact North Carolina.

7-Day Forecast -- Here's a look at the forecast for next 7 days

7-Day Forecast

<h3><strong>Live Traffic Cameras</strong></h3>

Get real-time speed data, I-40 and I-85 camera images and Triangle area accident reports.

WRAL On-Time Traffic

Traffic Map Screenshot TTN

<h3><strong>Live streaming video cameras </strong></h3>

Downtown Roxboro in Person County, near the Virginia state line, is expected to see some of the heavier amounts of snow.

The Roxboro cam is located in Uptown Roxboro, near the Person County Courthouse.

Roxboro cam

Uptown Roxboro cam

Watch our live camera at Top of the Hill restaurant at Franklin and Columbia streets in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

Chapel Hill cam

Chapel Hill SkyCam

Watch our live camera at Dorothea Dix Park in Raleigh, N.C.

Dorothea Dix Park cam

Dorothea Dix Park

<h3><strong>Live Web Cameras</strong></h3>

The WRAL TowerCam typically shows views of downtown Raleigh or Western Boulevard as seen from 300 feet above our studios.

The WRAL Tower cam is behind the TV station studios, near the intersection of Western Boulevard and Avent Ferry Road.

WRAL Tower cam

Dorothea Dix, a popular location for sledding when there is measurable snow in Raleigh.

Take a live look at Dorothea Dix Park, Raleigh's largest city park at 308 acres.

The Durham cam is located above Right Field of the Durham Bulls Athletic Park in downtown Durham.

Downtown Durham cam

The Apex cam looks south along Salem Street toward the historic downtown of Apex. Images provided courtesy of the Town of Apex.

Downtown Apex cam

North Hills in Raleigh -- Views of the popular shopping, dining and entertainment area, with views of downtown Raleigh in the distance.

The North Hills SkyCam looks northwest over the North Hills in Raleigh.

North Hills SkyCam

This camera is located at the Rocky Mount Mills, along the Tar River and just south of US-64 on the north side of Rocky Mount. This was the second cotton mill in the state and is now being restored.

Rocky Mount Mills

WRAL's Fayetteville cam is located in downtown Fayetteville, near the Market House.

Downtown Fayetteville cam

The Goldsboro cam looks north up Center Street in downtown Goldsboro.

Downtown Goldsboro cam

Winter storm at a glance: Live cams, radar and maps

Friday is a WRAL Weather Alert Day, with an upgraded risk for severe storms in our southern counties.



WRAL Weather Alert Day: Severe thunderstorm watch in effect, damaging winds and isolated tornadoes possible

Severe risk for Friday 

A couple's breakup ended in a terrifying moment caught on a Ring doorbell camera.



On cam: Man says ex-girlfriend shot at him, tried to run him over in Fayetteville

On cam: Ring doorbell video captures violent interaction 

North Carolina's budget surplus is now expected to be approximately $1 billion, down from previous reports that have anticipated $1.4 billion.

NC's budget surplus will be $430 million less than expected, officials say

NC Sales Tax

William Hulme and Matthew Johnson were a couple who shared their love for each other and their community for about five years. However, in April, their roommate Christian Webster allegedly shot them to death.

Father of Franklinton homicide victim wants death penalty for the suspect, more mental health oversight

William Hulme and Matthew Johnson

Sky 5 flew over the scene on I-40 West near U.S. 70 in Garner. Traffic began to flow on I-40 West around 4:45 p.m. Friday.

At least 10 cars involved in I-40 West crash near Garner

The crash closed all lanes of traffic on I-40 West near U.S. 70 in Garner.

WRAL-TV News Broadcasts: Watch each newscast live or watch the most recent newscast on demand.

WRAL Late News 

WRAL Noon News

Get the latest WRAL WeatherCenter Forecast whenever you need it, including the DUALDoppler5000 and the 7-Day Forecast.

WRAL WeatherCenter Forecast

Interstate 40 West is closed Friday after a crash along the interstate near Garner.

Sky 5 flies over I-40 West crash near Garner

Sky 5 flies over I-40 West closure after crash near Garner

Daytime Pick 3 and Pick 4 drawings are held at 3 p.m. daily. They can be seen as live or on-demand video.

Daytime Pick 3 and Pick 4 Drawing

Carolina Hurricanes coach Rod Brind'Amour talks about facing a 3-0 series deficit against the New York Rangers and looks ahead to Game 4 on Saturday.

Brind'Amour: It's a new day and a new challenge

Hurricanes coach Rod Brind'Amour

Videos

Wake County and Raleigh approved a financing plan to pay for upgrades at PNC Arena. The renovation project won't begin until next summer.

What's next for PNC Arena upgrade after city, county approve financing plan

Tip off as the Pack take on the Heels

The Carolina Hurricanes hope to keep their season alive in Game 4 of the second-round playoff series against the New York Rangers on Saturday night at PNC Arena.

With backs against the wall, Canes' resolve faces ultimate challenge

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The United States Golf Association has opened its new headquarters in Pinehurst, which includes the World Golf Hall of Fame.

USGA opens new headquarters in Pinehurst, showcasing historic golf artifacts

The United States Golf Association has opened its new headquarters in Pinehurst, which includes the World Golf Hall of Fame. Photo provided by USGA.

Dozens of people showed up on Douglas Street in Wilson on Thursday morning for a groundbreaking ceremony for the Carolina Mudcats' new Wilson stadium.

Winter storm at a glance: Live cams, radar and maps

Live Traffic Cameras

Live streaming video cameras

Live Web Cameras

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