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10/18/2026

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10/18/2026

Visitors who have not yet evacuated Hatteras Island must leave immediately. The window to safely depart is rapidly closing as a powerful, long-duration coastal storm approaches the Outer Banks.

The National Weather Service forecasts multiple days of hazardous conditions, including:

Significant coastal flooding and ocean overwash that could make portions of N.C. Highway 12 impassable for several days

Strong winds with gusts of 45 to 55 mph, creating the potential for downed trees, blowing debris and power outages

Dangerous surf, large breaking waves, powerful rip currents and significant beach erosion

Possible soundside flooding in low-lying areas, particularly on southern Hatteras Island

Hazardous marine conditions and potential ferry service disruptions

The most significant coastal flooding and overwash are expected Sunday and Monday, with hazardous conditions potentially continuing into next week.

Visitors should not delay evacuation. Those who remain risk becoming stranded for multiple days, potentially without access to emergency services or the ability to leave the island if an emergency occurs.

Latest updates: DareNC.gov/Storm.

Dare County Emergency Management Information Line: 252-475-5655

10/18/2026

10/18/2026

⛴️ Good morning! Ferry service is suspended along all routes EXCEPT Southport-Fort Fisher. All suspended routes except one are due to the nor’easter bringing strong winds and rain to the coast. We will alert you when we are able resume normal ferry service.

For schedule updates, you can also check our website ➡️ https://bit.ly/4jP4B7E

Or signup for text or email alerts through the Ferry Information Notification System ➡️
https://bit.ly/46NZpu4

10/18/2026

10/18/2026

Donations go to build multi-use pathways in the villages of Frisco and Buxton.

09/29/2026

09/29/2026

NCDOT NC 12 expects to open a temporary one-lane roadway at Pea Island on Wednesday morning, September 30, allowing traffic to leave Hatteras Island and travel north. The temporary roadway will initially be open to northbound traffic only. There is no timeline for when southbound access to Hatteras Island will resume, and entry remains restricted.

Until the roadway opens, emergency ferry service between Rodanthe and Stumpy Point remains the primary direct connection to the mainland. Three ferries are operating, with capacity of approximately 250 vehicles over 24 hours. Due to limited capacity, long waits and significant delays continue. Travelers should be prepared with food, water, medications and other essentials while waiting.

Dare County understands how difficult and frustrating these extended waits have been and appreciates the patience of those affected.

Visitor and non-resident property owner access to Hatteras Island remains restricted. There is no timeline for when visitor access will resume. Priority One and Priority Two individuals with proper credentials may enter under the county's staged reentry process. Entry into the emergency area by residents of Ocracoke Island is authorized.

Reservations are required for Ocracoke-to-mainland ferry service via Swan Quarter or Cedar Island. Call 1-800-BY-FERRY to make a reservation.

For current information on roadway access, emergency ferry service, reentry and other storm-related updates, visit DareNC.gov/Storm.