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Severe Storms

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Severe weather can severely impact roads and travel at anytime. The N.C. Department of Transportation highway crews routinely check equipment in preparation for ​rapidly changing weather – from torrential rain and sudden winds to tropical storms and hurricanes – and are ready to mobilize when a storm threatens the state. In addition, NCDOT uses an advanced flood warning system​ to help prepare for, respond to and recover from hurricanes, tropical storms or flash flooding.​


For the people of North Carolina, planning is essential for weathering a storm and the potential aftereffects. Be ready by reading our tips on driving in wet weather. For the latest information on roads closed because of flooding or other reasons, visit DriveNC.gov​.

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Last updated Aug. 8, 2024