Check Out the "Perigee" Full Moon Tonight

The moon's orbit around the earth is not a perfect circle. At it's farthest point from earth, it's called at apogee, and it's at perigee at the closest point. Tonight's full moon is closest to perigee, and appears 14% larger and 30% brighter than full moons at apogee. Grab a jacket and go check it out. It's most dramatic when it's closer to the horizon. Have a great weekend!

Zach

Update On Streams & Rivers

After yesterday's rain storm, rivers and streams are now all running at average or above average levels (indicated by the blue and black dots). It's hard to believe that almost all of these were running below normal just a couple days ago!

There are some minor flooding concerns at the Dan River in Halifax County and at the Meherrin River in Brunswick County. River levels will drop substantially by tomorrow morning for both counties.

Rain Is Now Gone

The rain has finally exited the area this morning - there were even a few peeks of sunshine! We will see a few clouds lingering into the afternoon and possibly a stray sprinkle, otherwise skies will clear out into tonight.