With Tropical Storm Debby on the horizon, Kinston residents and businesses are preparing for potential flooding as the Neuse River's water levels are anticipated to rise significantly. Historical data and forecasts indicate that the river could reach levels that require immediate action.
Lenoir County Emergency Services continues to monitor Tropical Storm Debby and is actively preparing for potential impacts.
As hurricane season approaches, the North Carolina Flood Inundation Mapping and Alert Network (FIMAN) is becoming an essential tool for residents and officials in Lenoir County. Managed by North Carolina Emergency Management, FIMAN provides real-time rain, stream, weather, and flooding risk information to help communities prepare for and respond to flood events.
The City of Kinston has released a new tool to help residents stay informed about local flooding risks. With Tropical Storm Debby bringing heavy rain to the area, it's crucial to be aware of flood-prone areas throughout Kinston. The maps below highlight regions susceptible to flash flooding. Please stay vigilant and remain indoors if possible. Additionally, the GIS tool provided by the City of Kinston shows current road closures.
In light of the recent arrival of Debby here in Lenoir County and across the South, it’s important to remember how to keep your food safe following a storm. Naturally tornados and storms can cause power outages and lead to food safety concerns. Take steps to protect the food you eat and serve your family!
With Tropical Storm Debby potentially escalating to a hurricane, local residents are urged to take immediate precautions. This preparation is crucial as past storms, such as Hurricane Florence in 2018 and Hurricane Dorian in 2019, demonstrated the region's vulnerability to severe weather.
RALEIGH: Governor Roy Cooper announced Boards and Commissions appointments.
RALEIGH — Plans to complete the eCourts expansion to trial courts across all 100 counties in 2025 and the North Carolina Business Court were announced today by the Administrative Office of the Courts (NCAOC).
An incident in La Grange Monday afternoon led to the arrest of a Greene County man on multiple felony and misdemeanor charges.
Tropical Storm Debby will move slowly along or just offshore of the South Carolina coast today through late Thursday, before lifting north through central North Carolina Friday.
Yesterday, Governor Roy Cooper signed an Executive Order declaring a State of Emergency ahead of severe weather expected across the state. Tropical Storm Debby has the potential for life threatening flash flooding, riverine flooding, wind gusts up to 40 mph, coastal impacts and other effects.
Uncertainty remains with the track and potential additional impacts beyond tomorrow due to weak steering currents in the upper atmosphere.
The North Carolina Global TransPark's former terminal building is transitioning into needed office space thanks to the team at Jackson Builders Inc. of Goldsboro, NC, the lead contractor for this significant project, which is commencing the second phase of renovations.
Cara McDonald from Kinston, NC has been named to the University of Delaware Dean's List for the Spring 2024 semester.
Lenoir County Emergency Services is currently monitoring the track and progress of Tropical Storm Debby. Our team is in the process of reviewing county emergency operations plans and making initial preparations in advance of the potential arrival of tropical weather later this week.
Please see the latest briefing on Hurricane Debby. There is little change in the threat assessment for Eastern NC at this time. Debby is forecast to move slowly across northern Florida and into southern Georgia today into tonight, and then move very slowly across or just offshore of the Southeastern U.S. through the rest of this week.
Bruce Michael Rafferty, age 77, of Kinston, NC of Lenoir County, went to live with the Lord Wednesday, July 31, 2024. A Celebration of Life will be held at his funeral service Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at 2:00 pm at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church. A reception will follow in Moseley Hall.
Pink Hill- Sharon Lee King, 73, died peacefully at home on July 29, 2024. Services will be held at Pleasant Hill Christian Church, 4306 Pleasant Hill Road, Pink Hill, NC 28572 on Friday, August 16, 2024 with Pastor Lynn Maxwell officiating. Visitation will begin at 5:00 pm with service to follow thereafter.
Lucky Cats of Kinston and the Lenoir County SPCA are hosting two upcoming low-cost spay/neuter days aimed at promoting the health and well-being of community cats as well as the community in which they live.
The following building permits were issued in Lenoir County:
