State recreational water quality officials said swimmers should avoid swimming in waters near exposed pipes and should be particularly cautious in areas of Rodanthe and Buxton.
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Officials unsurprised as 2 more Rodanthe homes collapse
After a nearby house fell earlier this year, Cape Hatteras National Seashore superintendent had advised owners of the two beach houses that were destroyed by a coastal storm Tuesday to remove the homes or take other proactive measures.
Brunswick fire forces closure of section of NC 211
NCDOT has put in place a detour to avoid a large brushfire at the Green Swamp Nature Preserve.
Annual ‘Adopt A Sea Turtle Nest’ program underway
Support Cape Hatteras National Seashore by symbolically adopting a sea turtle nest this season.
Storm brings down second beach house, N.C. 12 still closed
Two houses have collapsed in Rodanthe as a result of high surf, and N.C. 12 to remain closed into Wednesday.
Monitor expedition set as marine sanctuary system turns 50
The NOAA National Marine Sanctuary Systems will be celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, and a livestreamed expedition begins next week at the first national marine sanctuary off Cape Hatteras.
Coastal Reserve advisory committee meetings planned
The North Carolina Coastal Reserve and National Estuarine Research Reserve will hold local advisory committee meetings this month for eight of the 10 reserve sites.
Pea Island welcomes Canada goslings
Canada goslings are among the newest residents of Pea island National Wildlife Refuge Most of the Canada geese on the refuge during the winter months are migratory and have already migrated out. But over the years, a few pairs have stayed on refuge all year. Canada geese are known for flying in V-formation and for their loud honking. Most Canada goose pairs stay together for life. The goslings may stay with the parents for their entire first year.
Astronomy Night May 6 at Cape Lookout
Cape Lookout National Seashore’s monthly Astronomy Night is set for May 6.
Flock party
Judy L., of Morehead City, who says she’s also known as “the Bread Lady,” feeds the gulls at Fort Macon State Park on the east end of Bogue Banks.
Author’s message for inclusive outdoors: ‘Trails Not Scales’
Summer Michaud-Skog’s recently published book, “Fat Girls Hiking: An Inclusive Guide to Getting Outdoors at Any Size or Ability” is about how anyone can find their own ways to connect with nature.
Bodie Island Lighthouse to open for climbing tours
The climbing season begins April 27 and continues Wednesday-Saturday until early fall.
‘Help us keep Shackleford horses wild,’ officials plead
The National Park Service asks the public to help keep wild horses wild after a group of visitors removed a newborn foal from its natural habitat on Cape Lookout National Seashore.
Cape Lookout to celebrate International Dark Sky Week
April 22-23 is International Dark Sky Week, and the Cape Lookout National Seashore is celebrating with stargazing at the Harkers Island visitor center and nighttime cruises offered by Island Express Ferry Service.
Businesses may apply to offer services at OBX parks
Businesses can apply to offer services like weddings and beach equipment rentals at National Park Service’s Outer Banks sites.
Lookout to resume Astronomy Night, reopen visitor center
Cape Lookout National Seashore officials are resuming the monthly Astronomy Night program and reopening the Beaufort visitor center for the season.
