WECT
Coverage of WECT in the Nexus archive.
- Drone video shows hundreds of sharks swarming off North Carolina’s coast
Drone footage captured hundreds to thousands of sharks swarming off the North Carolina coast near Masonboro Island, with Adam Pflum taking the video which also included a manta ray or stingray. The article notes that weeks earlier, a 14-foot hammerhead shark washed up at Carolina Beach, where researchers observed signs of fishing activity.
- Waterspout spotted at North Carolina beach during weekend storm: Pictures here
A waterspout was spotted at Sunset Beach, North Carolina, during a weekend storm on August 1, lasting approximately 12 minutes. The National Weather Service reported the offshore waterspout but noted no damage or tornado warnings were issued.
- Lightning strikes 2 people during weekend storm at North Carolina beach
Two people were struck by lightning at Shell Island near Wilmington, North Carolina, around 11:45 a.m. on July 25. The CDC notes North Carolina has high lightning-related injuries, though survival rates are nearly 90%. Heavy rainfall occurred in the area during the event.
- Man charged with assault accidentally called 911 on way to alleged crime, authorities say
A 19-year-old man was charged with assault after allegedly firing a gun while conspiring with two others. An accidental 911 call from his phone, combined with ShotSpotter gunfire detection and surveillance footage, led to his arrest. The suspect faces multiple felony charges and a court appearance.