North Carolinians should pay close attention to their local weather forecast, make sure they are prepared with what they need at home before Friday afternoon, and stay home if possible as ice on the roadways will likely create dangerous driving conditions.

Gov. Josh Stein declared a statewide state of emergency Jan. 9, ahead of a winter storm expected to pass through North Carolina starting Jan. 10.

Gov. Josh Stein declared a state of emergency for North Carolina on Thursday before Friday’s winter storm. The announcement was made on Thursday, Jan. 9, about 24 hours before forecasts predicted winter weather to begin moving into the Carolinas.

Preparing for winter storm to hit central NC

Storm chaser and friend evacuate home after trying to save it Join Nelly on an emotional journey back to Siargao Island, a place filled with memories and moments of healing. Visiting for the first time since Typhoon Odette and a significant chapter in her life,