Carolina Weather Group

Carolina Weather Group

The Carolina Weather Group is a weekly talk show broadcasting each week from the Carolinas. The show is dedicated to covering weather, science, technology, and more with newsmakers from the field of atmospheric science. With co-hosts across both North Carolina and South Carolina, the show may closely feature both NC weather and SC weather, but the topics are universally enjoyable for any weather fan. Join us!

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July 30, 2025 80 mins

A historic magnitude 8.8 earthquake off the coast of Russia triggers tsunami warnings across the Pacific — including for Hawaii, Alaska, and the U.S. West Coast. Earthquake geologist Dr. Wendy Bohon joins the Carolina Weather Group to break down the science behind the massive quake, tsunami generation, and what to expect in the days ahead.


Plus: the Carolinas swelter under relentless heat, but is relief finally on the way? Meteo...

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Join the Carolina Weather Group for a special on-location episode from the Schiele Museum of Natural History in Gastonia, NC.

This week’s show covers critical weather topics affecting the Carolinas:


🌊 North Carolina Flooding & Climate Change

Former TV meteorologist Candace Jordan joins us to discuss recent flooding across North Carolina, lessons learned from storm...

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North Carolina has been slammed by relentless storms and flooding—and it’s not over yet.

In this episode of the Carolina Weather Group, we sit down with Brandon Jones, the Catawba Riverkeeper, to talk about protecting our rivers, why heavy rainfall leads to dangerous water pollution, and how you can help keep local waterways clean.


We also check in with Tim Buckley, Chief Meteorologist at WFMY in Greensboro, to break down the rec...

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In this emotional and informative episode of the Carolina Weather Group, we examine the devastating flash flooding disasters that unfolded in early July 2025 in both Texas and the Carolinas.


With over 100 confirmed fatalities in Texas and more than 150 missing, meteorologists and scientists recount the harrowing moments and explain how a stalled storm system overwhelmed Kerrville and surrounding areas.


We also discuss Tr...

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Tropical Storm Chantal brought excessive rain to the Carolinas on Sunday.


At this hour on Sunday night, flash flooding is occurring or forecast to occur across multiple counties in North Carolina.


By morning, the Haw River will be at, or near, record-breaking levels.


James Brierton looks at the day's reported rainfall totals, and the ongoing flooding.


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Tropical Storm Chantal is bringing rainbands and tropical-storm-force winds to the Carolinas as it approaches landfall near the South Carolina coast. As of 8:00 PM EDT, Chantal was located 80 miles east-southeast of Charleston, SC, moving north at 7 mph with sustained winds of 45 mph.


A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect from South Santee River, SC to Surf City, NC, and a Tropical Storm Watch remains in place from Edisto Beach ...

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How does a governor’s emergency message reach every corner of North Carolina—even the most remote areas?In this episode of the Carolina Weather Group, host James Brierton sits down with David Crabtree, CEO of PBS North Carolina, and Chris Pandich, the network’s Chief Engineer. Together, they pull back the curtain on how PBS NC powers statewide emergency communication, public safety alerts, and essential educational programming acro...

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A meteor produced a fireball seen across the sky in the Southeast around 12:25 p.m. on Thursday.


Carolina Weather Group co-host Meteorologist Frank Strait saw the fireball shoot across the sky in South Carolina. He discusses what he saw with James Brierton.


Reports of the meteor came in from North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Geor...

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Former FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate joins us to outline urgent ways the federal government can improve disaster response—before the next hurricane or wildfire hits. In this exclusive interview, we break down his recent Tampa Bay Times column calling for smarter survivor assistance, faster public rebuilding, and stronger local preparedness.


With hurricane season just weeks away, Fugate—who led FEMA under Presidents Obama and B...

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NASA Solar System Ambassador Tony Rice returns to the Carolina Weather Group for a jam-packed episode diving into the latest from space. Recorded June 11, 2025, this episode covers:


🚀 The latest on private space launches to the ISS (and another delay!)

🌌 Solar flares and their impact on Earth’s weather and communications

✨ Why the aurora has been making headlines—and what it means for us

📡 Space weather and how it affects everyd...

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In this extended interview from April 29, 2015, the Carolina Weather Group closes out Severe Weather Awareness Month with a true icon in meteorology: Gary England, the legendary Oklahoma broadcaster who revolutionized how America prepares for tornadoes.For decades, Gary was the face of Oklahoma City’s severe weather coverage, becoming a household name through his calm presence during some of the nation's most destructive tornad...

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Meteorologist and hurricane expert Michael Lowry joins us to break down NOAA's newly released 2025 hurricane forecast — and the growing crisis inside the National Weather Service.In this interview, we discuss:Why forecasters expect another active Atlantic hurricane seasonWhat cooling ocean temperatures really mean for storm activityHow El Niño, La Niña, and “La Nada” could influence the months aheadThe severe staffing shortages...

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NOAA has officially released its forecast for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season—and it's expected to be above-normal. The agency is predicting 13 to 19 named storms, including 6 to 10 hurricanes and up to 5 major hurricanes (Category 3 or higher).Forecasters say above-average ocean temperatures, weaker wind shear, and a more active West African Monsoon are all setting the stage for a busy season from June 1 through November 30...

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This week, we look back at our first storm-chasing adventure in 2019. Join Scotty Powell, Evan Fisher and Chris Jackson as they take you on a multi-state trip to see severe weather as it happens.#northcarolina #southcarolina #weather #ncwx #scwx #podcast📹 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmhGiYbMDccQcdSjpf87nGg/join🧢 MERCH: https://rstrm.io/e/YDmSpk💸 LEAVE A TIP: https://streamelements.c...

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There is a large power outage in western North Carolina around Asheville.


The power outage comes amid gusty winds caused by the passage of a cold front.


Over 26,000 Duke Energy customers are without power in many of the same locations hard hit by Hurricane Helene last night.


The cause of the outage is known. Electricity is expected to return later Saturday night.


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Days of persistent storms have produced tornadoes in both North Carolina and South Carolina. The latest on the damage they caused. Plus, we're tracking new severe storms across the Carolinas live.Plus, a lingering flood threat brought on by days of heavy. Boone, NC reported over five inches of rain since Sunday. Where the creeks, streams and rivers are overflowing their banks.Plus, whatever became of that EF-U tornado we told y...

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Breaking news: We're working to gather details about a reported earthquake shaking portions of NC, SC, GA and TN.📹 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmhGiYbMDccQcdSjpf87nGg/join🧢 MERCH: https://rstrm.io/e/YDmSpk💸 LEAVE A TIP: https://streamelements.com/carolinawxgroup/tip🎙️ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST: https://anchor.fm/carolinaweather🔔 SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://patreon.com/caroli...

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On Monday, storm chaser Tommy Augustine witnessed something that, as a storm spotter, got the National Weather Service to issue a verified tornado warning: a tornado was on the ground near Jamesville, North Carolina.


His video quickly made it online and to television, where it was viewed and analyzed on the Weather Channel by Jim Cantore.


However, after some analysis and investigation, the National Weather Service has conclud...

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When Hurricane Helene devastated Chimney Rock, NC, it left behind destruction—but also sparked a wave of resilience. In this episode, WCNC Charlotte’s Jesse Pierre joins us to share her powerful firsthand reporting from the ground. Hear the stories of loss, community strength, and the remarkable volunteers helping rebuild one nail at a time.


We discuss:

What Jesse witnessed while covering the recovery

Stories of residents who lost...

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🌩️ Hail, Hurricanes & Heat: The Southeast's Severe Weather Story (April 2025)

This week on the Carolina Weather Group, we’re tracking severe weather events sweeping the Carolinas — with a primary focus on large hail, but also expanding into drought concerns, wildfire threats, and a detailed hurricane season outlook for 2025.

🎥 Join our live panel from Charlotte, Columbia, Greensboro, and Myrtle Beach as we:

Break down recen...

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