Fatality Reported, Schools Closed As Greensboro Officials Assess Storm Damage
One person has died and significant damage is reported in the aftermath of a tornado that swept through parts of Greensboro Sunday afternoon.
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Tornado Watches Issued, Governor Urges North Carolinians To Stay Alert
UPDATE 5:51 p.m.
Severe storms on Sunday blew down trees, caused airport delays and knocked out power to tens of thousands in North and South Carolina.
National Weather Service Confirms North Carolina Tornado
The National Weather Service has confirmed a tornado touched down in Catawba County.
After Tornado, Families In New Orleans Begin Rebuilding Once Again
On Tuesday, a tornado caused damage to parts of New Orleans. For some, it's the second time they'll need to rebuild homes since Hurricane Katrina swamped the city in 2005.
At Least 5 Reportedly Killed As Strong Storms, Including Tornadoes, Hit Southeast
Four children were critically wounded in Alabama by a tornado and severe thunderstorms, the National Weather Service says. Tornadoes were also reported in Tennessee, Mississippi and Louisiana.
U.S. Weather Wet And Wild In 2015, Though No Big Hurricanes
The U.S. had 10 weather events in 2015 that cost $1 billion or more in damage, with December the warmest and wettest month on record. Climate scientists blame a warming climate and strong El Nino.
'When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors' To Best Avoid Lightning's Pain
Deaths in the U.S. from lightning strikes are up in 2015, compared with recent years. A convertible won't save you. Get inside at the first rumble of thunder, and stay away from plugged-in appliances.
Piedmont Braces for Severe Weather
There's a tornado watch in effect for much of North Carolina.