This story is part of our 2020 hurricane special Storm Ready 2020: Preparing in a Pandemic The climate change impact on hurricanes We’ve had our share of extreme weather events here in North Carolina, especially when it comes to hurricanes. … Read more

North Carolina is one of the states most susceptible to hurricanes. With a coastline that juts out into the Atlantic, the state is like a catcher’s mitt, catching the storms as they move north. And as climate change transforms the … Read more

EASTERN CAROLINA, NC (WITN) With the third named tropical system of the year it is expected to be an active season in the tropics and experts are talking about what that means for us here in the east.

North Carolina possesses extensive seagrass meadows, creating a dynamic habitat that supports vibrant wildlife like flounder, grouper, snapper, blue crabs and shrimp. “It’s a really important habitat for many of the little fish and crabs that people care about when … Read more

MOREHEAD CITY/BEAUFORT — While state officials have been easing restrictions put in place due to the novel coronavirus pandemic, local university-led marine research labs aren’t going to have in-person classes this summer. Since May 8, state officials have been relaxing restrictions … Read more

While hurricanes are woven through the history of Down East Carteret County, a remote string of communities on the central North Carolina coast known for its fishing and boatbuilding traditions, Hurricane Florence was a turning point.

A series of record-breaking hurricanes over the past four years has led to changes in how coastal North Carolina residents and state and elected officials talk about climate change and sea level rise.

The CDC advises all masks should allow for breathing without restriction, fit snugly but comfortable and include multiple layers of fabric.

Kids and adults both coo at the sight of a crawling caterpillar. We imagine that this hungry caterpillar may flutter past someday as a beautiful butterfly. Caterpillars and other insects with segmented bodies are called arthropods. And scientists need your … Read more

Past years have brought an increase in intense, landfalling hurricanes, loss of property from expansive wildfires and coastal flooding on days both rainy and sunny. These events have put greater emphasis on community resilience – and on making adjustments to … Read more