strong waters

Earlier in January, a 5-year-old boy drowned in flooded Davao del Norte, and an 8-year-old girl was swept away by strong waters in Lanao del Norte.

Strong waters dull the senses and can lead you into believing you are safe to drive.

“I think her public relations operation is going to have to be strong,” Waters said.

“I saw firsthand as I traveled the state how the strong waters from the Lumber, Neuse, Cape Fear and Tar Rivers tragically forced people from their homes and businesses. But those waters also brought out the best of North Carolina,” McCrory said.

The tourists’ guide reportedly told authorities the tourists were swimming with lifejackets near the waterfall when they were swept up in strong waters and dragged over the precipice.