Ocean Overwash at S Curves, Buxton and Ocracoke Island close NC 12
Although no tropical storm has made landfall on the Outer Banks this year, the succession of severe storms offshore are having an impact. NCDOT is working hard to keep the roads clear, but high winds and high surf are are forcing road closures on Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands. Joy Crist, writing for the Island Free Press, has the story.
“Per an update from NCDOT, Tuesday’s high tide is severely hampering efforts to reopen N.C. Highway 12 on Hatteras and Ocracoke islands. NCDOT crews are working to clear sand and water off the road, but the reopening time of N.C. 12 has been pushed back to 2 p.m. on Wednesday afternoon.
Ocean overwash was impacting N.C. Highway 12 and adjacent roadways up to two hours before Tuesday’s high tide at noon, per multiple reports. Overwash was starting to inundate N.C. Highway 12 in northern Buxton, Avon, Pea Island, northern Rodanthe, and Avon. Travelers are advised to use caution and to avoid driving in these areas if possible, as saltwater can heavily damage vehicles.”
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