State Climatologist Corey Davis joined Jeff Hamlin on the WPTF Afternoon News to discuss the surprising flooding from Potential Tropical Storm Cyclone Eight, which led to Governor Roy Cooper declaring a state of emergency in four counties. Some areas received over 18 inches of rain, causing massive flooding, even though the slow-moving tropical system never received a name. Carolina Beach Mayor Lynn Barbee expressed shock at the storm's impact. Governor Cooper toured the area, stating that future infrastructure spending will focus on preparing for more damaging storms in the years ahead.