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NC House falls just below 'super' status that Senate achieves Open Navigation Close Navigation Close Modal
The Senate flipped two seats and achieved its goal of a supermajority, but the House came up a representative short. All but one incumbent in the Piedmont Triad was re-elected.
Election Day 2022: What candidates in North Carolina are saying about winning and losing Open Navigation Close Navigation Close Modal
Elections are defined by those who won and those who didn't. Each candidate shares that experience in different ways. Here's what people are saying this year.
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Early in-person voting starts Thursday in North Carolina. Control of the General Assembly by Republicans is on the ballot, with key races in the Piedmont Triad. Here's what candidates had to say.
North Carolina impacted by Hurricane Ian. Live updates on storm
Already, Ian has devastated parts of Florida and left damage in Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina as it now moves through central Virginia
Tracking Ian rain and wind in the Piedmont Triad | Live Updates | wfmynews2.com
WFMY News 2 is bringing you live Friday updates on weather conditions, Duke Energy power outages, damage, and flooding from Ian across the Greensboro area.
What you need to know as Ian impacts North Carolina
A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for parts of the Triad, including Guilford, Forsyth, Davie, and Randolph counties. Heavy rain is forecasted throughout the day Friday and into the evening, with possible winds gusting to 57 mph.
STORM BLOG: Tracking thunderstorms in the Piedmont | wfmynews2.com
Stay with WFMY News 2 for your latest weather updates in the Triad as we are keeping an eye on all things weather!
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Power Outage FAQs
What is Power Outage?
Power outage (also called a power cut, a power blackout, power failure or a blackout) is a short-term or a long-term loss of the electric power to a particular area.
What Causes Power Outages?
- Severe weather (high winds, lightning, winter storms, heat waves, rain or flooding can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
- Other damage to electric transmission lines (vehicle accidents, trees, and animals can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
- Repairing, maintenance or upgrades on power lines and equipment.
What are the Top Outage Safety Tips?
- Stay away from the downed power lines, park vehicles in protected areas;
- Unplug appliances and electronics, limit cell phone use to conserve battery life;
- Use portable generators outdoors only, well away from open windows and doors;
- Pack perishable foods into a cooler, keep refrigerator and freezer doors shut as much as possible.
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Whitsett, North Carolina
| City | Whitsett |
| County | Guilford |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 27377 |
An EF-1 tornado touched down near I-85/40 near the Alamance-Guilford County line, then tracked northeastward and into Alamance County. Numerous trees and power lines were reported down as a result, along with multiple homes with roofs blown off.