US EditionMcMaster declares state of emergency ahead of potential winter weather
Governors mobilize emergency resources and waive transport rules as significant snow, sleet, and freezing rain threaten hazardous conditions and power outages, officials said.
- On Jan. 22, North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein declared a State of Emergency ahead of the storm and will hold a briefing on storm preparations.
- The National Weather Service has a winter-storm watch in effect for Thursday as confidence increases that mixed snow, sleet, and freezing rain will impact central North Carolina.
- NCDOT and transportation crews have been pre-treating roads, bridges and overpasses with brine and readying equipment, while SCDOT reports 60,000 tons of salt staged for winter operations.
- Bridges and overpasses are expected to freeze first, and roadway conditions may deteriorate early Jan. 24, while officials warn of widespread power outages from ice buildup.
- By Friday evening, officials urged residents of North Carolina and South Carolina to finish preparations, stay home unless necessary, keep a three-day supply of nonperishable food and medication, charge phones, and operate generators safely.
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Horry County moves to OPCON 2 ahead of potential winter storm threat
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) -- Horry County emergency officials on Thursday continued preparations for a winter storm that's forecast to hit the region this weekend, moving the county's alert level to OPCON 2. OPCON 2 means the county is operating "in a heightened state of awareness with emergency plans beginning to be implemented," officials said [...]
Governor declares state of emergency ahead of anticipated winter storm
On Wednesday, Governor Josh Stein declared a state of emergency as North Carolina prepares for the impacts of a major winter storm. Stein and other state officials will provide updates on the status of storm preparations on Thursday, Jan. 22, at 11:15 a.m. “A winter storm is approaching, and now is the time to prepare,” said Stein. “Please get ready. Get everything you need in advance of the storm and have a plan in case your power goes out. I e…
Winter Weather Prep: Everything you need to know ahead of winter storm
CHARLOTTE (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Both Carolina governors have declared a State of Emergency ahead of a potentially impactful winter storm system moving towards the Southeast. Meteorologists forecast a mix of sleet, ice, and snow, along with freezing temperatures, which is expected to create hazardous travel conditions and impact utilities across the Carolinas. A Winter [...]
Governor Stein declares State of Emergency ahead of winter storm
RALEIGH, NC (WWAY) — On Wednesday, Governor Josh Stein declared a state of emergency as North Carolina prepares for impacts from a winter storm. “A winter storm is approaching, and now is the time to prepare,” said Governor Stein. “Please get ready. Get everything you need in advance of the storm and have a plan in case your power goes out. I encourage all North Carolinians to stay home and off the roads this weekend unless absolutely necessary …
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