The statewide plan released this week to address flooding, drought and extreme weather amid a growing population, aging infrastructure and public health threats is just a first step, officials say.
State Now Has Plan For Climate Resilience
North Carolina’s environmental agency has released a collaborative plan nearly a year in the making to help guide policymakers in making vulnerable communities more resilient to climate change and coastal storms.
2020 Hurricane Seasons Begins
State Emergency Management Director Mike Sprayberry reminded residents Monday to get ready for the 2020 hurricane season that runs June 1-Nov. 30.
Ferry Passengers Are Observing Guidelines
Officials are reporting good compliance with public health recommendations among passengers traveling aboard vessels in the state Ferry Division’s fleet.
Where Storms Are Lore, Folks See Change
In Down East Carteret County, where tales of hurricanes are woven through far-reaching family histories, residents say more recent storms are different and signs of a bigger change.
Amid Hardship, Lockdown Curbs Energy Use
Coastal electric cooperatives have taken measures to help members keep their lights on during the stay-at-home order, which researchers say has reduced emissions and improved air quality.
Arthur Moves Out to Sea, Winds Remain
As Tropical Storm Arthur moves away from the North Carolina coast late Monday, tropical-storm-force winds are expected to continue over parts of the Outer Banks.
Groups Challenge Clean Water Act Revision
More than a dozen environmental groups have filed a lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s recent rewrite of the rule defining waters subject to protection under the federal Clean Water Act.
Earth Day, Coastal Education Go Online
Environmental and educational groups are providing ways online to celebrate Earth Day 2020 Wednesday and learn about the coastal environment while maintaining social distancing to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Ten Years After: Deepwater Horizon Disaster
Environmental advocates say the 10th anniversary of the the largest oil disaster in U.S. history serves as a warning against the Trump administration’s push to drill off the East Coast, but industry folks say safety has improved.
Coastal Communities Discourage Travel
Many coastal towns and counties are asking visitors to stay home this weekend to help slow the spread of COVID-19.
Professor’s Graphic Simplifies Disinfecting
Rachel Noble, a professor of public health microbiology at the UNC Institute of Marine Sciences, has created an infographic to provide to the community accurate information about disinfecting at home with readily available materials.
Governor Reminds Residents to Stay Home
Gov. Roy Cooper Friday afternoon during a media briefing reminded North Carolinians that the best way to prevent the spread of COVID-19 is to stay at home.
Officials Cite Exponential Jobless Surge
State unemployment claims during the past two weeks have averaged almost 1,000 an hour, 24 hours a day, a number officials said would increase exponentially in the coming days.
Don’t Come Here: Bogue Banks Mayors
In response to COVID-19, Atlantic Beach, Emerald Isle, Indian Beach and Pine Knoll Shores mayors in a joint press conference Tuesday via Zoom urged individuals to observe the governor’s stay-at-home order and discouraged visitors.
Social Distancing Works to Slow Virus: Cohen
State Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Mandy Cohen said the state is working to learn more about COVID-19.
