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North Carolina Declares Emergency as Winter Storm Approaches

1/30/2026

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North Carolina Governor Josh Stein declared a state of emergency ahead of a winter storm this weekend, his second such declaration in a week.
The National Weather Service warns of 4 to 7 inches of snow and winds up to 55 mph, creating hazardous travel for Friday evening commutes.
Forecasters warn of another significant storm developing off the Carolina coast, with possible impacts on the Mid-Atlantic and New England.

History

Historical Context

The "Storm of the Century" struck the Eastern United States from March 12-15, 1993, causing over $6 billion in damages and affecting 26 states. This superstorm, which dropped up to 4 feet of snow, prompted emergency declarations across multiple states. Today, North Carolina Governor Josh Stein's emergency declaration reflects ongoing challenges in disaster preparedness amid severe winter weather forecasts.

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North Carolina Governor Josh Stein declared a state of emergency ahead of a winter storm this weekend, his second such declaration in a week.
The National Weather Service warns of 4 to 7 inches of snow and winds up to 55 mph, creating hazardous travel for Friday evening commutes.
Forecasters warn of another significant storm developing off the Carolina coast, with possible impacts on the Mid-Atlantic and New England.

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