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Nearly 1,600 customers in the South Durham area waited on the restoration of power by Duke Energy after heavy storms passed through the region on Friday. The power company reported outages started around 4:24 p.m., blaming the blackout on fallen trees or limbs during the storm. Power
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The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory from noon until 8 p.m. today, warning that temperatures in central North Carolina – including Durham – could see heat index values as high as 109 degrees Fahrenheit. The hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. Residents are urged to
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The National Weather Service warns that heat index values could reach 105 after 2 p.m. today, and between 105 and 109 on Sunday. Residents are encouraged to: * Drink plenty of fluids. * Stay out of the sun and in air-conditioned locations. * Check on relatives and neighbors. * Take extra precautions outside.
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The National Weather Service expects “dangerously hot weather” Saturday through Thursday. Temperatures could climb to the middle to upper 90s each day, with heat index values pushing 105 degrees. “These unusually hot conditions for this time of year will increase the risk of heat-related illness, especially for those without access
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A strong cold front will bring temperatures in the teens and low 20s in our area on Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service. Combined with winds gusting up to 25 mph, we could see wind chill temperatures in the single digits. Drivers also should be alert for isolated icy