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Two Tornado Seasons In North Carolina

9:43 PM, Apr 12, 2013

The spring severe weather season is not the only time during the year to have a heightened awareness for tornadoes.

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A New Tornado Alley

9:14 PM, Apr 12, 2013

Tornado Alley has expanded and now includes most of the eastern half of the United States.

Severe Weather Awareness: Build a Kit

7:43 PM, Mar 7, 2013

Building a severe weather emergency kit is just as important as seeking shelter during severe weather.

Grab The Sweater: Falling Into The 40s

11:58 PM, Sep 23, 2012

It's a little taste of the fall season. Expect to start the work week in the upper 40s.

Be Ready For Severe Weather With News 2's Text Alerts

10:28 PM, Sep 17, 2012

News 2's Grant Gilmore shows you how to receive text alerts on your phone in the event of severe weather.

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Severe Weather Frequency

10:35 AM, Jun 9, 2012

Have you ever noticed that during some seasons of the year we experience move severe weather more than others?

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What Causes Rapid Flooding?

11:01 PM, Jun 7, 2012

Meteorologist Grant Gilmore explains how heavy rainfall can quickly turn into a flash flooding.

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What Is That Ring Around The Moon?

10:25 PM, Jun 7, 2012

Meteorologist Grant Gilmore explains the science behind the ring around the moon.

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The Saffir Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale

10:45 PM, May 4, 2012

The Saffir Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale is how hurricanes are categorized. Meteorologist Grant Gilmore breaks down the details...

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Tropical Storm & Hurricane Climatology

10:39 PM, May 4, 2012

Tropical development reaches a peak during the hurricane season. When is this  peak and what causes it? Meteorologist Ed Matthews explains.

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Virga: Why It's Not Raining When It's Raining

10:27 PM, May 4, 2012

Virga is the process of precipitation evaporating before it reaches the ground. Meteorologist Grant Gilmore explains...

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How Hurricanes Are Named

11:22 PM, May 3, 2012

Tropical Storms and Hurricanes all have assigned names, but how do they get those names. Meteorologist Grant Gilmore explains...

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Heat Index Explained

10:30 PM, May 3, 2012

Triad summers get pretty hot, but it's often the humidity that is difficult to bear. Meteorologist Grant Gilmore discusses Heat Index.

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Severe Weather Watches & Warnings

7:08 PM, May 3, 2012

Knowing the difference between a severe weather watch and a warning can be the difference between life and death.

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Severe Weather Threats

6:17 PM, May 3, 2012

Tornadoes aren't the only threat to be prepared for. Damaging winds, large hail, lightning & flooding happen through the year.

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Tornadoes: Frequently Asked Questions

6:17 PM, May 3, 2012

There are many misconceptions about tornadoes from how they form to ways to stay safe during a tornado.

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