Scientists warn that Florence was not just a storm for the history books. It is a glimpse into the future of hurricanes with climate change. Some thoughts what we need to learn from several experts.
Flooding
NC Officials Can Now Predict When A Flood is On the Way
North Carolina has a new and sophisticated way of knowing when floods are coming
July 20, 2018
North Carolina Homes Face Chronic Flooding in the next 30 years
A report from the Union of Concerned Scientists projects chronic flooding for 15,000 homes on North Carolina coast.
15,000 North Carolina Homes Face Chronic Flooding in the next 30 years
June 20, 2018
Sea level rise puts pressure on Hyde County
Hyde County, N.C.'s dike was first built to protect farmland from salt water intrusion. Now, residents say sea level rise presents a new concern.
Hurricane Matthew: The Science of Cleanup: Lesson Plan
The cleanup after Hurricane Matthew means a race against mold and bacteria, both of which can grow in a damp environment and can cause disease.
Hurricane Matthew: the Science of Cleanup
Hurricane Matthew's floodwaters are receding, but it's the mess, left behind, that could be dangerous. NC Science Now's Frank Graff explains the hazards of cleaning up.
Reading the Aftermath of Hurricane Matthew
Reading the Aftermath of Hurricane Matthew
October 20, 2016
Hurricane Matthew may not have been the strongest storm to ever hit the Atlantic, but it ranks among the most destructive. Recent estimates from major banks total almost $10 billion dollars in damage and lost revenue from Miami to Virginia.