Four More Counties Added to Disaster Declaration

Currituck, Pitt, Onslow and Washington Now Qualify
RALEIGH – Gov. Bev Perdue this afternoon announced that she has secured federal approval for Currituck, Pitt, Onslow and Washington counties to be added to the federal disaster declaration in North Carolina. This enables families and business owners to seek low-interest loans or grants to help them recover from [...]

Currituck Now Eligible for FEMA Disaster Assistance

Currituck County has been designated for disaster assistance to households and businesses as part of North Carolina’s federal disaster declaration. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) informed county officials today, September 2, 2011, following a two-day assessment of local damage from Hurricane Irene.
The following information is provided by FEMA:
Individual Assistance for homeowners and renters can [...]

Corolla beaches Red Flagged

Corolla Ocean Rescue announced this afternoon that the beaches now have red flags posted due to debris washing up in the surf. This makes the water unsafe for swimmers. As a reminder, red flags mean that beachgoers are not allowed to enter the water. Anyone walking on the beach should use caution.
Currituck County government [...]

FEMA Aid for Currituck Residents Not Yet Determined

Currituck County Government will begin meeting with officials from the Federal Emergency Management Agency today to determine if Currituck County qualifies for federal disaster aid. This aid would assist individual residents in the recovery from Hurricane Irene.
State and federal inspectors will be in Currituck County this week to assess damage and the need for federally-funded [...]

Dealing with financial difficulties after Hurr. Irene

There are sources of assistance for families dealing with costly storm damage to their homes. Know where to look for help and know your rights should you find yourself faced with home foreclosure in the aftermath of the storm.
First, check homeowners’ and renters’ policies to determine what is covered in the event of disaster. Be [...]

Federal Disaster Declaration for 7 NC Counties

Federal Financial Aid Will Help Families Recover from Storm
RALEIGH — Gov. Bev Perdue announced today that seven North Carolina counties have been approved for federal disaster assistance as a result of damage from Hurricane Irene.
“I urged our federal partners to move quickly on this request for assistance, and they did,” Perdue said. “We’re grateful for [...]

Boil Order Rescinded North of Oregon Inlet

Water System Low Pressure Advisory Rescinded North of Oregon Inlet
The Dare County Water Department is rescinding the Water System Low Pressure Advisory for its water distribution systems north of Oregon Inlet. Samples collected from multiple locations within the distribution systems have been analyzed and found to free of coliform bacteria.
Based on these results, the continued [...]

Currituck Terminates State of Emergency

As of 11:00 am, August 30, 2011 Currituck County is no longer under a State of Emergency due to Hurricane Irene.
Currituck County Government has closed its Emergency Operations Center and county government offices are operating on a regular schedule with normal staffing levels.
The county is currently working with state and federal partners to determine eligibility [...]

NC DOT Ferry Div. alters Pamlico Sound Schedules

Ferry Division continues to assist Hyde County with reentry procedures
MANNS HARBOR — The North Carolina Department of Transportation’s Ferry Division announces it will run an amended Pamlico Sound schedule tomorrow to take residents and emergency personnel to Ocracoke. Hyde County Emergency Management will allow only vehicles with a purple sticker or green sticker entry back [...]

Curfew Begins Tonight for Hatteras Island

At the request of the Dare County Sheriff’s Office, a curfew is in effect tonight from 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. During the curfew period, individuals should remain indoors. Those who violate the curfew are subject to criminal prosecution. The curfew will remain in effect until further notice.
The curfew also applies to anyone attempting to [...]

Emergency Shelter Opening Today on Hatteras Island

The American Red Cross is opening an emergency shelter at the Rodanthe-Waves-Salvo community building today at 6:00 p.m. This shelter is for residents who cannot return to their homes as a result of the storm. Cots will be provided. Please bring any personal items you may need, such as bedding, toiletries, medications, as well as [...]

Pasquotank Board schedules special meeting

NOTICE OF MEETING
The Pasquotank County Board of Commissioners has scheduled a special meeting on Wednesday, August 31, 2011 at 4:00 PM in the Community Room in the Pasquotank County Public Safety Building, 200 East Colonial Avenue, Elizabeth City, NC. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss actions related to Hurricane Irene. [...]

Currituck Co Schools to Open Tuesday

Currituck Co Schools announces 2011 Opening of School
We will be opening school tomorrow, Tuesday, August 30th, following a REGULAR schedule. Parents of kindergarten students should follow the staggered entry schedule originally provided by the school. We understand that some families may be recovering from damages sustained from Hurricane Irene and students may not be able [...]

Currituck OBX Reopens to Visitors on Tuesday

Currituck County will reopen the Outer Banks areas of Corolla and Carova Beach to the general public at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 30, 2011.
Vacationers should exercise patience as rental agencies complete final tasks to ensure the readiness of accommodations. In some areas, staff will still be removing debris and making repairs. All citizens should [...]

Currituck OBX Access Remains Limited as Crews Work in Area

The Currituck County Outer Banks currently remains CLOSED to everyone but essential personnel. Visitors and guests attempting to enter Corolla will be turned back at the NC Highway Patrol checkpoint in Duck.
ONLY year-round residents, property owners and individuals with Priority I critical needs passes or Priority II business reentry permits are being allowed entry into [...]

Closings and Delays

Closings and Delays

Camden Co. Schools - 2 hr Delay Mon., Aug 29, 2011
Chesapeake Public Schools - Delayed Opening Until 9:00 AM (Open For Staff At 9am)
College of the Albemarle, Dare County Campus - Closed Mon., Aug 29, 2011
Currituck Co. Schools - Closed Mon., Aug 29, 2011 (Optional workday for 10 month employees)
Edenton-Chowan Schools - 2 [...]

Limited Access Allowed into Currituck OBX

Currituck County Government will reopen access to Corolla and Carova Beach at 7:00 pm today on a limited basis. ONLY year-round residents, property owners and individuals with Priority I critical needs passes or Priority II business re-entry permits will be allowed access.
The Currituck Outer Banks will remain closed to vacationers and guests until further notice.
Dominion [...]

Elizabeth City / Pasquotank Schools announce Delay

The Elizabeth City-Pasquotank Public School District is planning to operate on a two-hour delay on Monday, August 29th. Parents are asked to continue to monitor local media for any updates.
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Currituck County Offices will Open on Monday

Most Currituck County Government facilities will open on a regular schedule on Monday, August 28, 2011. Offices will be open from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.
All will open with the exception of the following: NC Cooperative Extension Center, Powell’s Point Senior Center, the Corolla Visitor’s Center, and the Corolla Satellite Government office. These facilities [...]

Partial Re-Entry for Portions of Dare County

The Dare County Control Group has announced the beginning of a limited re-entry procedure to portions of Dare County, to be done in priority phases, beginning at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, August 28 for Residents and Property Owners. However, The 2:00 p.m. limited re-entry procedure will not include access to Hatteras Island or the Town of [...]

Dominion Power crews working to restore Power in Southern Currituck

Dominion Power has notified Currituck Emergency Management that the Aydlett substation is not serviceable - therefore power is out from Coinjock to the southern border of Currituck. This also includes the areas of Corolla and Carova Beach on the Outer Banks.
Dominion Power crews are working the situation, but there is no estimated timeframe for power [...]

Currituck County to open Shelter at 1:00 pm

Currituck County Government will open an emergency shelter today, August 28, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. for county residents displaced by Hurricane Irene.
The shelter will be established in the gymnasium at Currituck County High School, located at 4203 Caratoke Highway. The public will use the gym entrance closest to the football field.
Currituck County will arrange for [...]

Access to Outer Banks Closed, Currituck Sets up Shelter

Access to the Currituck Outer Banks and Dare County remains CLOSED to all traffic. NC Highway Patrol will stop all motorists in Currituck at the north side of the Wright Memorial Bridge.
Currituck County Government will open a shelter within the county for residents whose homes were damaged during Hurricane Irene. Residents needing the shelter should [...]

Damage Assessments Are Underway in Dare County

Damage assessment teams have begun doing an initial assessment of the destruction caused by Hurricane Irene. During the storm, there were widespread reports of flooding, power outages and compromised road conditions that are being assessed this morning as quickly as possible.
Emergency Management advises everyone to stay indoors, and not attempt to drive until advised to [...]

Extensive Soundside Flooding Throughout Dare County

Dare County Emergency Management reports soundside flooding will continue until at least 9:00 p.m. tonight and advises everyone to remain indoors and not attempt to drive or enter the water.
The Town of Duck
Duck Road (NC 12) is currently impassable in several locations due to sound side flooding specifically in the area of Sunset Grill and [...]