The "Epic Blizzard of 2026" has paralyzed the Northeast, and tonight the Carolina Weather Group goes beyond the Carolinas to break down the historic totals. We are joined by our Chief New Jersey Correspondent, Peter Planamente, who shares exclusive 24-hour time-lapse footage of his home being engulfed by nearly 20 inches of snow.We dive into the "warm seclusion" meteorology that gave this storm a hurricane-like appearance on satellite and review the staggering official totals, including a massive 37.9 inches in Rhode Island. Plus, we cover the latest NASA updates regarding the medical return of Mike Fink and the Artemis II SLS rocket's return to the VAB.

📹 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmhGiYbMDccQcdSjpf87nGg/join🧢 MERCH: https://carolinaweathergroup.qbstores.com/💸 LEAVE A TIP: https://streamelements.com/carolinawxgroup/tip🎙️ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST: https://anchor.fm/carolinaweather🔔 SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://patreon.com/carolinaweathergroup💻 VISIT OUR WEBSITE: https://carolinaweathergroup.comThe Carolina Weather Group operates a weekly talk show of the same name. Broadcasting each week from the Carolinas, the show is dedicated to covering weather, science, technology, and more with newsmakers from the field of atmospheric science. With co-hosts across both North Carolina and South Carolina, the show may closely feature both NC weather and SC weather, but the topics are universally enjoyable for any weather fan. Join us as we talk about weather, the environment, the atmosphere, space travel, and all the technology that makes it possible.

Tonight on the Carolina Weather Group, we open our archives for a special encore presentation covering three major weather anniversaries in the Carolinas.❄️ The "Granddaddy" of Them All: The Great Southeastern Snowstorm of 1973 (Original Air Date: 2023)First, we look back 50+ years to February 1973, when a historic storm dropped up to 24 inches of snow on South Carolina. Frank Strait and Melissa Griffin from the South Carolina State Climatology Office join us to discuss the records set by this event, including a verified blizzard in Florence, SC. We discuss the impacts, from thousands of stranded travelers on I-95 to thunder snow reported by cooperative observers.🌪️ February 2020 Tornado Outbreak (Original Air Date: 2020)Next, we revisit the severe weather outbreak that struck the region in February 2020. Host James Brierton reports from Matthews, NC, where an EF-1 tornado downed trees in the Park Crossing neighborhood. Panelists Scotty Powell and Evan Fisher break down the storm surveys, including an EF-2 in Gaston County that toppled massive transmission towers and an EF-1 that tracked over 10 miles near Spartanburg, SC.🎈 150 Years of the National Weather Service (Original Air Date 2020)Finally, we celebrate the founding of the National Weather Service, which began operation in 1870. Weather industry veteran Tom Niziol (formerly of The Weather Channel and NWS Buffalo) takes us through the agency's fascinating history, from its origins under the US Army Signal Corps to the modern era of satellites and radar.Featured in this episode:Frank Strait, SC State Climatology OfficeMelissa Griffin, Assistant State Climatologist for SCTom Niziol, Former Winter Weather Expert at The Weather Channel & NWSJames Brierton, HostScotty Powell, CWG AnalystEvan Fisher, CWG Analyst#weather #northcarolina #southcarolina #ncwx #scwx #podcast📹 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmhGiYbMDccQcdSjpf87nGg/join🧢 MERCH: https://carolinaweathergroup.qbstores.com/💸 LEAVE A TIP: https://streamelements.com/carolinawxgroup/tip🎙️ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST: https://anchor.fm/carolinaweather🔔 SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://patreon.com/carolinaweathergroup💻 VISIT OUR WEBSITE: https://carolinaweathergroup.comThe Carolina Weather Group operates a weekly talk show of the same name. Broadcasting each week from the Carolinas, the show is dedicated to covering weather, science, technology, and more with newsmakers from the field of atmospheric science. With co-hosts across both North Carolina and South Carolina, the show may closely feature both NC weather and SC weather, but the topics are universally enjoyable for any weather fan. Join us as we talk about weather, the environment, the atmosphere, space travel, and all the technology that makes it possible.

No agenda. No guests. Just a bunch of guys talking about the weather in the Carolinas. Join the conversation by chatting with us for tonight's live podcast.#weather #northcarolina #southcarolina #ncwx #scwx #podcast📹 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmhGiYbMDccQcdSjpf87nGg/join🧢 MERCH: https://carolinaweathergroup.qbstores.com/💸 LEAVE A TIP: https://streamelements.com/carolinawxgroup/tip🎙️ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST: https://anchor.fm/carolinaweather🔔 SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://patreon.com/carolinaweathergroup💻 VISIT OUR WEBSITE: https://carolinaweathergroup.comThe Carolina Weather Group operates a weekly talk show of the same name. Broadcasting each week from the Carolinas, the show is dedicated to covering weather, science, technology, and more with newsmakers from the field of atmospheric science. With co-hosts across both North Carolina and South Carolina, the show may closely feature both NC weather and SC weather, but the topics are universally enjoyable for any weather fan. Join us as we talk about weather, the environment, the atmosphere, space travel, and all the technology that makes it possible.

Tonight on the Carolina Weather Group, we are breaking down the massive winter storm that just walloped the Carolinas. From the mountains to the coast, we cover the historic snowfall totals and the icy impacts felt across North and South Carolina.

❄️ In This Episode:

NC & SC Storm Recap: James Brierton reports from Charlotte (Piedmont) and Sam Walker joins from the Outer Banks to discuss the monster storm totals across North Carolina. Plus, Frank Strait breaks down the significant snow accumulation across South Carolina.

Guest Mark Sudduth: Renowned storm chaser Mark Sudduth (HurricaneTrack) joins the panel to share his experience chasing ice and snow in the Carolinas during this event, as well as his recent coverage of the massive Lake Effect snow bands in New York.

Breaking NASCAR News: We are tracking live developments from Winston-Salem, where winter weather continues to disrupt The Clash. Already delayed by the weekend storm, tonight's race at Bowman Gray Stadium faces new delays due to stubborn sleet and rain.

The Forecast Ahead: Don't put the coats away yet. We look at the potential for a few lingering snowflakes on Thursday and warn of a dangerous refreeze and frigid temperatures coming Friday morning.

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The Carolina Weather Group operates a weekly talk show of the same name. Broadcasting each week from the Carolinas, the show is dedicated to covering weather, science, technology, and more with newsmakers from the field of atmospheric science. With co-hosts across both North Carolina and South Carolina, the show may closely feature both NC weather and SC weather, but the topics are universally enjoyable for any weather fan. Join us as we talk about weather, the environment, the atmosphere, space travel, and all the technology that makes it possible.

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein and other state officials urge the public to remain off the roads and to conserve power, a day after a large snowstorm hit the region. Many roads are impassable due to the accumulation of snow, which exceeds 12 inches in some areas.#weather #northcarolina #southcarolina #ncwx #scwx #podcast📹 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmhGiYbMDccQcdSjpf87nGg/join🧢 MERCH: https://carolinaweathergroup.qbstores.com/💸 LEAVE A TIP: https://streamelements.com/carolinawxgroup/tip🎙️ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST: https://anchor.fm/carolinaweather🔔 SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://patreon.com/carolinaweathergroup💻 VISIT OUR WEBSITE: https://carolinaweathergroup.comThe Carolina Weather Group operates a weekly talk show of the same name. Broadcasting each week from the Carolinas, the show is dedicated to covering weather, science, technology, and more with newsmakers from the field of atmospheric science. With co-hosts across both North Carolina and South Carolina, the show may closely feature both NC weather and SC weather, but the topics are universally enjoyable for any weather fan. Join us as we talk about weather, the environment, the atmosphere, space travel, and all the technology that makes it possible.

The winter storm is intensifying across the Carolinas! In this Saturday afternoon update (Jan 31, 2026), the Carolina Weather Group team goes live from the field as conditions deteriorate rapidly.

❄️ In This Update:

• Outer Banks (OBX): Sam Walker reports from Corolla where they are "getting blasted" with winds gusting to 60 mph and whiteout conditions starting to form. We discuss the coastal flood threat and the "angry" ocean.

  
  

• Charlotte, NC: James Brierton reports 4-6+ inches of accumulation in the metro area with snowfall rates of 1 inch/hour. Visibility is dropping below a mile, and roads are becoming treacherous.

  
  

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  South Carolina: Frank Strait and Jared Smith track the snow moving into Columbia and Charleston, with accumulation starting on grassy surfaces and roads.

  
  

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  The "Dry Slot": We analyze the heartbreaking "dry slot" over the Triangle (Raleigh/Durham) and Wilmington that is keeping snow totals lower in those specific pockets.

  
  

• Extreme Cold: Warnings for dangerous single-digit wind chills tonight. Frostbite is a real risk—cover exposed skin!.

  
  

⚠️ Safety Alert:Road conditions are worsening. Primary roads are snow-covered in the west, and the NC/SC DOTs are struggling to keep up with snowfall rates. Stay off the roads if possible!

👇 Jump to Section:0:00 - Intro & Radar Update1:00 - Sam Walker LIVE in Corolla (OBX Blizzard Conditions)9:12 - Frank Strait LIVE in Columbia, SC16:20 - James Brierton LIVE in Charlotte (Heavy Snow)34:00 - Forecast: Coastal Low vs. Upper Low & The "Dry Slot"46:00 - Final Safety Warnings & Wind Chills

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The Carolina Weather Group team is tracking a major winter storm set to impact North Carolina and South Carolina this weekend.While previous events focused on ice, this coastal low is shifting the threat to accumulating snow, particularly for Eastern NC. We look this morning at where the snow has fallen, where more is expected, and where some of the snow accumulation has dropped.James Brierton reports from Charlotte with Sam Walker on the Outer Banks.#weather #northcarolina #southcarolina #ncwx #scwx #podcast📹 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmhGiYbMDccQcdSjpf87nGg/join🧢 MERCH: https://carolinaweathergroup.qbstores.com/💸 LEAVE A TIP: https://streamelements.com/carolinawxgroup/tip🎙️ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST: https://anchor.fm/carolinaweather🔔 SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://patreon.com/carolinaweathergroup💻 VISIT OUR WEBSITE: https://carolinaweathergroup.comThe Carolina Weather Group operates a weekly talk show of the same name. Broadcasting each week from the Carolinas, the show is dedicated to covering weather, science, technology, and more with newsmakers from the field of atmospheric science. With co-hosts across both North Carolina and South Carolina, the show may closely feature both NC weather and SC weather, but the topics are universally enjoyable for any weather fan. Join us as we talk about weather, the environment, the atmosphere, space travel, and all the technology that makes it possible.

The Carolina Weather Group team is tracking a major winter storm set to impact North Carolina and South Carolina this weekend.While previous events focused on ice, this coastal low is shifting the threat to accumulating snow, particularly for Eastern NC. We break down the latest "Last Call" maps, timing for Saturday's snow arrival, and the dangerous Arctic blast following the system.James Brierton reports from Charlotte with Sam Walker on the Outer Banks.#weather #northcarolina #southcarolina #ncwx #scwx #podcast📹 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmhGiYbMDccQcdSjpf87nGg/join🧢 MERCH: https://carolinaweathergroup.qbstores.com/💸 LEAVE A TIP: https://streamelements.com/carolinawxgroup/tip🎙️ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST: https://anchor.fm/carolinaweather🔔 SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://patreon.com/carolinaweathergroup💻 VISIT OUR WEBSITE: https://carolinaweathergroup.comThe Carolina Weather Group operates a weekly talk show of the same name. Broadcasting each week from the Carolinas, the show is dedicated to covering weather, science, technology, and more with newsmakers from the field of atmospheric science. With co-hosts across both North Carolina and South Carolina, the show may closely feature both NC weather and SC weather, but the topics are universally enjoyable for any weather fan. Join us as we talk about weather, the environment, the atmosphere, space travel, and all the technology that makes it possible.