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Cape Hatteras Lighthouse restoration underway as officials acknowledge daunting task of working from scaffolding
BUXTON, N.C. — Crews on North Carolina’s Outer Banks are making progress in restoring the iconic Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. The structure in Buxton, North Carolina is surrounded by scaffolding nearly 200 feet high as it undergoes 18-month restoration work, according to Cape Hatteras National Seashore's website. The seashore...
🚧 NC12 Pea Island Dune Maintenance Concluding Today 🚧
The time displayed is local to the original X account in Outer Banks, NC. Local motorists and residents can expect the ongoing lane closures on NC12 at Pea Island to conclude by the end of today as the seasonal dune maintenance wraps up. The protective dune tuneup is a critical preventative measure taken to ensure the infrastructure is prepared for the incoming peak visitor season. Transportation authorities thank the community for their patience and understanding during this essential maintenance period.
🚧 Lane Closure for Sandbag Repairs on NC12, North End of Ocracoke Island
The time displayed is local to the original X account in Outer Banks, NC. A current infrastructure enhancement project is taking place on NC12 at the north end of Ocracoke Island, aimed at repairing and replacing sandbags. During the construction phase, drivers should anticipate a single-lane closure that will be regulated by temporary traffic signals. Those traveling through this segment of the Outer Banks are urged to exercise caution and reduce speed to ensure safety through the construction zone. The community is encouraged to account for potential delays and remain alert to changes in traffic patterns when driving near the project site.
Ginger Oxnard named the Outer Banks Health Team Member of the Month
Ginger Oxnard, staff nurse II in the Emergency Department, was named the Outer Banks Health Team Member of the Month for March 2024. Oxnard joined the Outer Banks Health team in January 2022. “She is a strong advocate, an excellent judge of her patients’ needs, and can anticipate problems to proactively address them,” stated the […] The post Ginger Oxnard named the Outer Banks Health Team Member of the Month appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Navy, USACE and Coast Guard told to provide work plan for Buxton beach cleanup
On April 17, 2024, the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality sent letters to the U.S. Navy, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the U.S. Coast Guard informing them of their obligations to clean up the mess at Buxton Beach Access. Responding to the National Park Service and the Dare County Board of Commissioners […] The post Navy, USACE and Coast Guard told to provide work plan for Buxton beach cleanup appeared first on The Coastland Times.
⚠️ Extended Closure of NC12 on Ocracoke, OBX Due to Sand and Overwash
The time displayed is local to the original X account in Outer Banks, NC. An important traffic update for residents and travelers in the Outer Banks region: NC12, the primary road on Ocracoke from the area near the pony pens to the ferry terminal, is currently closed and is expected to remain so until at least 5 p.m. today. The closure comes as a result of sand cover and overwash that has affected the road's conditions. Crews from the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) are on-site and working diligently to clear the road and reopen it to public use. Motorists and the public are advised to seek alternative routes and to follow real-time road updates at https://t.co/QO3Vrvj1kk. Residents and visitors should plan accordingly to avoid any inconvenience due to the road's closure and ongoing maintenance efforts. Safety remains a priority, and further information will be provided as it becomes available.
🚧 NC12 Open from Corolla to Ocracoke Amid Dune Reconstructive Work and Ocean Overwash
The time displayed is local to the original X account in Outer Banks, NC. Good day to all residents and travelers in the Outer Banks region. The North Carolina Department of Transportation wishes to inform the public that NC12 is currently open and passable from Corolla to Ocracoke. We advise everyone traveling on this route to exercise caution while driving due to instances of ocean overwash affecting the road. Additionally, NCDOT crews are actively working on reconstructing the dunes on Pea Island. Drivers are encouraged to remain vigilant and abide by any temporary traffic signals or signs to ensure the safety of both the workers and the traveling public. For continuous updates on the latest road conditions for NC12, please visit the provided link: https://t.co/QO3Vrvj1kk.
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