The Latest: Hurricane Irma’s Possible Impact In The Carolinas

Caryn Little,

State officials across the southeast aren’t taking any chances with Hurricane Irma.

South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster talked about preparations being made ahead of Hurricane Irma and plans for possible evacuations during a news conference Thursday afternoon.

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North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper held a second news conference Thursday afternoon to address the preparations officials are making for the hurricane.

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A state of emergency went into effective Thursday morning at 8am as officials continue to monitor Hurricane Irma. Cooper held a news conference Wednesday evening to discuss preparations the state is making as new models show that the massive storm could impact the Carolinas.

WATCH LIVE: Gov. Cooper provides an update on state preparations for Hurricane Irma.

Posted by WCCB, Charlotte's CW on Wednesday, September 6, 2017

South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster issued a state of emergency Wednesday. McMaster also held a news conference to discuss preparations they are making for the hurricane.

Hurricane Irma is currently north of the Dominican Republic with 175mph winds.  It is moving towards the Bahamas at 16mph.  A hurricane watch has been issued for the southern tip of Florida.

Officials say at least 10 people were killed as Irma passed through the Caribbean islands Wednesday.

WCCB’s Nicole Madden has the latest information on Irma’s path:

WCCB's Nicole Madden has the latest updates on Hurricane Irma and what you can expect if you live in the Carolinas.

Posted by WCCB, Charlotte's CW on Thursday, September 7, 2017

Charlotte residents are already preparing as water is selling out at grocery stores around the city.  The picture below was posted by WCCB Wednesday afternoon at the Walmart on Independence Boulevard in east Charlotte.

We heard several Walmart stores are selling out of water as people prep for Hurricane Irma. This is what it looks like at the Walmart on Independence Blvd. Get the latest updates on Irma here: www.wccbcharlotte.com

Posted by WCCB, Charlotte's CW on Wednesday, September 6, 2017

Be sure to watch WCCB News Rising and WCCB News @ TEN for the latest updates on Hurricane Irma.