The strong winds and heavy rains from the devastating Hurricane Florence swept through the shores of North Carolina on Thursday, September 13. Meanwhile, the director of the National Hurricane Center has warned about the consequences of Hurricane Florence. Reports indicate that in the coastal area of 'Outer Banks' in southeastern North Carolina, ocean water is rising and flooding has washed away roads. Meanwhile, Roy Cooper, the governor of North Carolina, has warned residents in the coastal areas of the state: 'This is a powerful storm that can kill. The threat has become a reality today.' The governor emphasized: 'This storm will cause destruction, and its catastrophic impacts will be felt.' Currently, the wind speed of Hurricane Florence is reported to be over 165 kilometers per hour. The National Hurricane Center has warned that as the center of Hurricane Florence approaches North and South Carolina on Friday afternoon, ocean water levels in the coastal areas of both states will rise by up to four meters. The National Hurricane Center states that despite the weakening of Hurricane Florence from a Category 4 to a Category 2 storm, it remains dangerous and unpredictable. Ken Graham, the director of the National Hurricane Center, stated: 'It really depends on the size and scale of this storm. The larger and slower the storm, the greater the threat and impact - and we have those elements with (Florence).' Reports indicate that currently over 80,000 people in North Carolina are without power, and 12,000 have been moved to safety.
Hurricane Florence Hits the Eastern Coast of the United States
Hurricane Florence has made landfall on the eastern coast of the United States, particularly affecting North Carolina. Governor Roy Cooper has issued severe warnings about the storm's potential for destruction and flooding. The situation is critical as over 80,000 people are without power and many have been evacuated.
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📰 What Happened
Hurricane Florence made landfall on the eastern coast of the United States, particularly affecting North Carolina with strong winds and heavy rains. The storm has caused significant flooding and power outages, prompting evacuations and emergency warnings.
- Hurricane Florence's wind speed reached over 165 kilometers per hour.
- Over 80,000 people in North Carolina are currently without power.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Hurricanes are powerful storms that can cause severe damage through high winds and flooding, particularly in coastal areas. The Atlantic hurricane season sees numerous storms each year, with varying impacts.
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