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Tracking Florence: Keeping Up With Floods, Rain And Storm Damage Around The Charlotte Area

Thousands of people across the state have been affected by Florence.

Flooding Prompts Mandatory Curfew For Residents In Chesterfield County

Incredible rainfall totals coming out of Chesterfield County.

Schools Closings On Monday Due To Hurricane Florence Impacts

Take a look at the school districts that are closing due to Hurricane Florence.

Fearsome New Stage Begins As Florence Floods Inland Rivers

As the death toll from Florence grew and hundreds of people were pulled from flooded homes, North Carolina braced for catastrophic, widespread river flooding that could be the next stage of a mounting disaster.

Gov. Cooper: I've Never Known North Carolinians To Quit In The Face Of A Challenge, We're Not About To Start Now

Governor Roy Cooper said five deaths have been confirmed as a result of #Florence, as the storm continues to slowly move across the Carolinas.

Second Arrest Made In 2014 Murder In East Charlotte

A second suspect has been charged in the 2014 murder of Romon Antionio Williams.

Charlotte, Mecklenburg County Government Hurricane Florence Press Conference

City and County officials hold a press conference as Charlotte feels increased impacts from Hurricane Florence.

SC Residents Prepare for Heavy Rain, Winds

Parts of the midlands of South Carolina could see ten inches of rain from Tropical Storm Florence.

Charlotte-Douglas to Remain Open During Florence

Charlotte-Douglas Airport says it will be open through the weekend, but some flights may be cancelled or delayed.

Hundreds of Florence Evacuees Set Up at Charlotte Motor Speedway

More than 400 people spent Friday night in 12 Red Cross shelters in our area, and that number is expected to increase.

Trees Topple in Florence's High Winds

Time is running out, but if you can, trim back or try to get troublesome trees removed before the winds really pick up.

Crews Warn Of Rescue Changes During Florence

Neighborhoods are bracing for Florence to push the life-threatening flooding and wind they've seen on the coast through the Piedmont.

Gov. McMaster: We're Going To Have To Be Patient And Careful For A Long Time

South Carolina officials including Governor Henry McMaster say that roughly 441,000 people evacuated ahead of Hurricane Florence and over 65,000 power outages have been reported in the state.

Duke Energy Urges Carolinas Customers To Prepare For Dangerous Hurricane Florence

Hurricane Florence is expected to significantly impact North Carolina and South Carolina, Duke Energy is preparing for the storm and urges customers to do the same.

Man Shot After Taking Hostages At Salisbury Harris Teeter Released From Hospital, Arrested

The man who was shot by a police officer after taking five people hostage at a Salisbury Harris Teeter in July has been arrested by police, following his release from the hospital.

Jordan, Hornets, NBA Team Up To Assist With Hurricane Florence Relief

Michael Jordan and the Charlotte Hornets are working with the NBA to provide relief and support to people affected by Hurricane Florence.

The Story Behind The Frying Pan Tower Cam, Watched By Thousands As Hurricane Florence Hit

As Hurricane Florence hit the Carolina coastline, the live feed from the Frying Pan Tower went viral as it showed an American flag flapping furiously in the high winds. The tower's owner discusses the tower's history & what he plans to do with the US flag once the storm passes.