September is National Preparedness Month and FEMA is encouraging residents to “Prepare to Protect” their loved ones.
public health
New variants now better detected in wastewater sampling
Researchers with a newly expanded program that analyzes samples from municipal sewage treatment facilities in North Carolina are working with a company to quickly develop tests for the latest COVID-19 variants as they emerge around the world.
Take precaution against heat-related illnesses: NCDHHS
State Department of Health and Human Services officials urge residents to protect themselves and others against heat-related illness as temperatures rise across the state.
New Hanover offers tips to control mosquitoes at home
New Hanover public health officials encourage residents to take steps at home to control the mosquito population.
Prepare now for Atlantic hurricane season: FEMA
FEMA reminds coastal residents to be prepared as the 2021 Atlantic hurricane season begins Tuesday.
Scientist behind forecast tool warns of rip current dangers
The researcher who helped develop NOAA’s new wave prediction tool says beachgoers should know about the dangers of rip currents before heading to the ocean.
Check rip current risk before heading to beach: Rangers
Cape Hatteras Seashore rangers advise visitors to check the rip current risks and conditions before heading to the beach.
Get Ready: It’s Hurricane Preparedness Week
Gov. Roy Cooper has declared Sunday through Saturday as Hurricane Preparedness Week.
Dare County to Collect Hazardous Waste
Dare County Public Works is collecting household hazardous waste from residents at three locations next week.
State Officials Want You to ‘Fight the Bite’
State health officials advise North Carolinians to “fight the bite” by taking steps such as using insect repellant and other prevention tools to avoid tick- and mosquito-borne disease.
Emergency Management Director to Retire
Mike Sprayberry, director of the N.C. Division of Emergency Management and the N.C. Office of Recovery and Resiliency since February 2013, says he will retire Aug. 1.
Beach Hazards Virtual Workshop Ahead
As peak beach season approaches. the National Weather Service is set to host a webinar on coastal beach hazards, particularly rip currents and dangerous surf conditions.
Free Flood Insurance Webinar Thursday
Dare County is hosting a free webinar at 5:30 p.m. Thursday for homeowners with questions about flood insurance coverage.
Cape Lookout Lighthouse Closed for Safety
Because of safety concerns for the public associated with severe structural damage, Cape Lookout Lighthouse will not be open for climbing this season.
Severe Weather Preparedness Week to Begin
A statewide tornado drill is planned for 9:30 a.m. Wednesday as part of Severe Weather Preparedness Week, which begins Sunday and ends March 13.
NOAA Unveils Rip Current Prediction Model
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration says its new rip current forecast model can predict the hourly probability of rip currents along every mile of beach up to six days out.
