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tornadoes rip through piedmont
May 9, 2008 | 3:19 AM
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Chasing storms, I set a new record for travel in a shift with Photojournalist Joe Mccloskey. At 8pm we raced out of the station in the pursuit of the unknown. We logged at least 300 miles and traveled through 7 different counties in angry rain and severe lightning. It was scary. Although, we did see the most beautiful shot of Pilot Mt. as the lightining lit up the night sky. It's 3 in the morning and we're still working.  

If you watched any of our coverage, you got to hear why we're the news leader. Van and Emily kept us all safe. Neil and Julie were on the desk trying to decifer the info as it poured in live. Our photojournalists that primarily work day shifts, were roused out of bed to chase the storms with the nightsiders. Not only did they shoot amazing video, but they also gave live phone reports.

Our managers even came back to work around midnite to help steer us through the chaos. For all of you at home, there are at least 3 dozen people working feverishly behind the scenes that have a hand in getting our show on everyday that you never see. We truly are a team here at FOX8.    

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goharvick1 read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 8:33 AM

great job guys. watched your coverage till around 1 a.m. got lucky in siler city. no problems.
deafasheck read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 11:19 AM

How Many Touched Down around here? I was out of it having Dental Sugery earlier in the Day I was Zonked out.. from what I seen which was'nt in cc.. showed that more than one touched down.. an you lionk us a photo link of these from last night?

thanks dearely.. I'm still hoping to see more on it tonight perhaps in cc..
thanks have a great day...
Tiggersmommy read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 1:52 PM

Teriffic work last nite by all you guys and gals! Thanks so much and Kudos. Especially liked the "in-the-field" interview with the guy that was climbing through the knocked down 100+ yr tree. You handled it with grace. ;)
FarmTruk read my blog view my photos
May 9, 2008 | 11:19 PM

arod, thanks so much to you and the rest of the FOX8 team. The coverage was 1st rate, and not only was it interesting, but I truely feel that the excellent work you all did may have spared others from being injured or killed.

My hat's off to all of you. : )
Van_Denton read my blog view my photos
May 10, 2008 | 1:09 AM

Good job with your coverage and stories Angela
angbar read my blog
May 10, 2008 | 12:51 PM

Living in New York City the threat of tornadoes was something very rare. Since moving here it is very real. Being a homeowner it is a major concern for me. Your coverage and warnings of the storms was first rate. A great job done by all of you at Fox 8! We came through the nite with no problems thankfully.
UncommonValor
May 10, 2008 | 5:39 PM

GREENSBORO, N.C. (AP) -- "Gov. Mike Easley says it will be several days before officials know what type of government assistance to request for residents of central North Carolina who were hit by a tornado.

Easley toured the damaged area Saturday in Guilford, Forsyth and Davie counties."


Apparently, our Governor considers it very rare for a tornado to hit in this area. You would think that they would know exactly what type of government assistance to request. This sounds suspiciously like the incidents further south of us along the gulf of Mexico.
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arodonfox

General Assignment Reporter at FOX8, hopelessly addicted to Sweet Tea and BBQ. Chasing news, I get to meet new and exciting people everyday. Can't wait to share those stories and adventures with you.

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