Category: North Carolina

North Carolina Emergency Notifications

North Carolina: Tropical Depression 9 – September 28, 2025

Forecasters are monitoring Hurricane Humberto, which will stay offshore but may cause dangerous surf and rip currents along the East Coast. A disturbance near the Bahamas (Invest 94L) could become Tropical Storm Imelda and may shift farther out to sea, though it still has the potential to bring rain, wind, and coastal flooding to the Southeast, including the Carolinas, early next week. Residents should stay updated through NOAA and the National Hurricane Center and review their emergency plans.

If you believe your access to medical care may be impacted, please contact your healthcare provider or dialysis facility directly.

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North Carolina: Potential Tropical Storm Imelda – September 27, 2025

Forecasters are currently monitoring Hurricane Humberto, which is forecast to remain over open water but will likely produce dangerous surf and rip currents along the East Coast, and a developing disturbance near the Bahamas (Invest 94L), which has a high chance of becoming Tropical Storm Imelda. The system near the Bahamas is expected to bring heavy rain, gusty winds, flooding, and coastal surge to parts of the Southeast U.S., including the Carolinas, early next week, although the precise track remains uncertain. Given this uncertainty, residents should regularly check updates from NOAA / the National Hurricane Center and review their emergency plans.

If you believe your access to medical care may be impacted, please contact your healthcare provider or dialysis facility directly.

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North Carolina: Hurricane Humberto & Invest 94 – September 26, 2025

Forecasters are watching two storms in the Atlantic that could affect the U.S. East Coast. Hurricane Humberto is expected to stay out at sea but may cause rough surf and strong rip currents. Another system near the Bahamas may become Tropical Storm Imelda and could bring heavy rain, wind, flooding, and coastal surge to the Southeast, including the Carolinas, early next week. Because the track is still uncertain, people should stay updated through the National Hurricane Center and review their emergency plans.

If you believe your access to medical care may be impacted, please contact your healthcare provider or dialysis facility directly.

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North Carolina: Tropical Storm Humberto & Invest 94 – September 25, 2025

Forecasters are monitoring several developing tropical systems in the Atlantic that could threaten the Carolinas within the next week, with impacts possible in as little as three to seven days. If one strengthens and tracks toward the coast, the region could see tropical-storm-force winds, heavy rainfall, storm surge, and flooding. Because even small shifts in track or intensity can significantly change which areas are hardest hit, it’s important to remain alert and prepared by following updates from the National Hurricane Center, securing property, reviewing emergency plans and having evacuation plans in place.

If you believe your access to medical care may be impacted, please contact your healthcare provider or dialysis facility directly.

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North Carolina: Hurricane Erin – August 20, 2025

The National Weather Service has issued a Tropical Storm Warning and Storm Surge Warning for the North Carolina coastline, especially the Outer Banks, for Thursday, August 20, 2025. Dangerous conditions, including strong winds, coastal flooding, and life-threatening surf, are expected. Winds may reach tropical storm force along the Outer Banks as early as Wednesday evening, with the highest impact from Wednesday night into Thursday afternoon. Coastal flooding could begin as early as Wednesday evening, intensifying through Thursday, especially during high tide cycles.

If you believe your access to medical care may be impacted, please contact your healthcare provider or dialysis facility directly.

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North Carolina: Flood Watch – July 9, 2025

Severe weather is expected to bring additional heavy rain and scattered thunderstorms across central and eastern North Carolina today, July 9, 2025. The counties forecasted to be most affected include Person, Granville, Vance, Warren, Forsyth, Guilford, Alamance, Durham, Orange, Chatham, Moore, Lee, Anson, Richmond, Stanly, Montgomery, Scotland, and Hoke.

Periods of moderate to heavy rain may lead to flooding in poor drainage areas, urban zones, and near small streams and creeks. While widespread severe weather is not expected, localized flooding remains possible. Please stay weather-aware and use caution while traveling.

If you believe your access to care may become impacted, please contact your dialysis facility directly

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National Weather Service: Website
Ready.gov Preparedness: Floods
Ready.gov Disasters and Emergencies: Severe Weather
American Red Cross: Resource

North Carolina:Tropical Storm Chantal Flash Flood warnings, July 7, 2025

The National Weather Service reported flash flood warning in North Carolina, Chatham and Lee counties due to storm Chantal until Wednesday July 9, 2025.  Life-threatening surf and rip currents conditions are expected to continue at beaches along the U.S. east coast .  Tornado Warnings may be issued with little to no notice. Please stay alert and be prepared to take shelter if needed.

**If you believe your access to care may become impacted, please contact your dialysis facility directly**

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North Carolina:Tropical Storm Chantal, July 6, 2025

The National Weather Service reported Tropical Storm Chantal in North Carolina, Sunday July 6, 2026. Chantal now a Tropical Depression. Flash flood concerns continue across portions of central North Carolina into Monday. Life-threatening surf and rip currents conditions are expected to continue at beaches along the U.S. east coast .  Tornado Warnings may be issued with little to no notice. Please stay alert and be prepared to take shelter if needed.

**If you believe your access to care may become impacted, please contact your dialysis facility directly**

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North Carolina: Severe Weather – March 31, 2025

Severe thunderstorms are expected in North Carolina today, March 31, 2025, beginning this afternoon and continuing into the evening. Storms moving from west to east may bring damaging wind gusts of 60-70 mph, large hail, and isolated tornadoes. The greatest risk will be in the mountains and foothills between noon and 6 p.m., moving east into the I-77 corridor and beyond from 4-9 p.m. Please stay weather-aware and take necessary precautions.

**If you believe your access to care may become impacted, please contact your dialysis facility directly**

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North Carolina: Wildfires – March 24, 2025

A series of wildfires are currently impacting western North Carolina, particularly in Polk County, as of Monday, March 24, 2025. These fires, fueled by dry conditions and debris from Hurricane Helene, have led to mandatory evacuations and hazardous air quality.  A statewide burn ban is in effect, and residents in affected areas should follow evacuation orders and monitor local authorities for updates.

**If you believe your access to care may become impacted by severe weather, please contact your dialysis facility directly**

North Carolina: Severe Weather – March 4, 2025

The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for North Carolina, effective from 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 4, through 7:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 5. Strong winds, with gusts reaching up to 45-55 mph, are expected across the region, particularly in the Piedmont and coastal areas. These conditions may lead to downed trees, power outages, and hazardous travel, especially on bridges and elevated roads. Severe thunderstorms, including the potential for tornadoes and damaging winds, are also possible. Residents should secure outdoor objects, use caution while driving, and stay weather aware as conditions develop.

**If you believe your access to care may become impacted by flooding, please contact your dialysis facility directly**

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South Carolina: Wildfires Near Myrtle Beach, SC – March 2, 2025

The Governor of South Carolina has declared a state of emergency today, March 2, 2025, to support  ongoing response to wildfires burning across the State near Myrtle Beach. According to the State Fire Marshal, there are ongoing response operations to more than 175 wildfires, impacting 4,200 acres across the state, including Horry, Spartanburg, Oconee, Union, and Pickens Counties primarily due to dry, windy conditions. This order enhances ongoing emergency response efforts as firefighters work to contain the wildfires affecting various regions. In addition, the order states that a ban on any outdoor burning shall remain in effect until further notice.

If you are a dialysis patient, please contact your dialysis facility to confirm treatment availability and discuss any schedule changes due to the wildfires. 

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