Update: Hurricane Arthur
July 3, 2014 10:00 a.m.
Joint Information Section: (252) 475-5930
www.darenc.com
Mandatory Evacuation is Underway for Hatteras Island
Dare County Emergency Management urges all Hatteras Island residents and visitors to
take the threat of Hurricane Arthur seriously and evacuate because of the threat of high
winds, ocean overwash, and soundside flooding.
The National Weather Service predicts sustained winds of 80 to 85 mph with gusts as high
as 105 mph. There is the potential for significant soundside flooding, particularly in Buxton,
Frisco, Hatteras Village, and areas adjacent to the Pamlico Sound. The Weather Service
predicts significant ocean overwash posing a serious threat to oceanfront areas especially
in the Villages of Avon, Buxton, Frisco, and Hatteras.
The mandatory Hatteras Island evacuation includes the Villages of Rodanthe, Waves,
Salvo, Avon, Buxton, Frisco, and Hatteras. A State of Emergency has been issued for all of
Dare County with the only restriction being the mandatory evacuation of Hatteras Island.
During this time access to Hatteras Island is not allowed.
Those evacuating to areas north of Dare County are encouraged to travel westbound on
Highway 64 to Interstate 95. Evacuating through the rural areas to the west of Dare County
will help avoid traffic backups and congestion that may prolong evacuation by traveling
northbound on Route 158/168 through the Hampton Roads portion of Virginia.
Conditions are expected to worsen as the storm approaches making it important that
Hatteras Island residents and visitors evacuate as expediently as possible today during
daylight hours. Visitors should evacuate with all personal belongings and follow instructions
offered by their property management company.
Those who do not heed the evacuation order should be prepared to sustain themselves for
at least 72 hours. Be aware that emergency personnel may be unable to respond to calls
for help during high winds. During and after the storm there is the risk of impassable roads
due to soundside flooding and ocean overwash. And, access to essential goods and
services may be disrupted. There are no Red Cross approved shelters in Dare County.
The mandatory evacuation of Hatteras Island does not include the areas of Dare County
north of Oregon Inlet, which encompasses the towns of Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk,
Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head, and Manteo, as well as Colington, Martin’s Point, Wanchese,
East Lake, and Stumpy Point.
Dare County, also known as The Outer Banks of North Carolina, is a chain of barrier islands midway on the Atlantic Seaboard. Dare
County includes the towns of Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head, and Manteo. Dare County also
encompasses Roanoke Island, the Dare mainland and Hatteras Island, which includes the villages of Rodanthe, Waves, Salvo, Avon,
Buxton, Frisco and Hatteras.
WATER SERVICE
The Dare County Water Department advises that water service North of the Mac Midgett
Water Plant in Rodanthe may experience temporary outages this evening during peak wind
periods likely after midnight due to potential ocean overwash in the northern Rodanthe
area.
DARE COUNTY TRASH PICKUP
All scheduled trash collection for Friday, July 4th has been cancelled. These areas will be
picked up on Saturday, July 5th, weather permitting: Kitty Hawk (beach road), Southern
Shores, Manteo, Wanchese, East Lake, Manns Harbor, and Stumpy Point. Rodanthe,
Salvo, Waves and Avon will be collected as well on Saturday July 5 th pending road
conditions. The Buxton Transfer Station will be closing immediately and closed on Friday
July 4th as well.
TOWN OF DUCK
The Town of Duck 4th of July Parade, originally scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on Friday, July 4,
has been CANCELLED. Due to logistical reasons, the parade will not be rescheduled.
The Concert in the Park scheduled from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m., Thursday, July 3, is being
reviewed by Town of Duck Staff and a decision regarding its status will be announced
through Town of Duck web and social media outlets this morning and an update will be
included in the Joint Information Center update at 4:00 p.m. Please note: trash collection is
scheduled for Saturday, July 5, 2014. Additional updates and photos related to Hurricane
Arthur will be available at www.townofduck.com, at Town of Duck on Facebook and
DuckOBX on Twitter.
TOWN OF NAGS HEAD
The Town of Nags Head will not be collecting trash on Friday. This change affects the
town’s west side residential route and commercial collections.
TOWN OF SOUTHERN SHORES
Town of Southern Shores trash pick-up now rescheduled for Saturday, July 5.
ALLIGATOR RIVER/PEA ISLAND NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGES
Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center will be closed Thursday and Friday.
National Wildlife Refuges Visitor Center on Roanoke Island will be closed on Thursday and
Friday. All guided refuge programs scheduled for Thursday and Friday have been
canceled.
FIREWORKS CELEBRATIONS
The July 4th fireworks celebrations scheduled for Avon, Kill Devil Hills, Manteo, and Nags
Head have all been rescheduled.
Dare County, also known as The Outer Banks of North Carolina, is a chain of barrier islands midway on the Atlantic Seaboard. Dare
County includes the towns of Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head, and Manteo. Dare County also
encompasses Roanoke Island, the Dare mainland and Hatteras Island, which includes the villages of Rodanthe, Waves, Salvo, Avon,
Buxton, Frisco and Hatteras.
PUBLIC HEALTH ADVISORIES
The Dare County Department of Health & Human Services is issuing public health
advisories prior to Hurricane Arthur. In order to protect your health, it is important that you
follow these public health guidelines:
If Flooding Occurs:
 Avoid contact with flood water which may contain fecal material from overflowing
sewage systems and other hidden hazards such as debris.
 Do not walk in or play in flooded areas especially in bare feet or flimsy footwear. You
may be at risk for possible infection or injury from flood waters. If you do come into
contact with flood water, wash exposed skin thoroughly with soap and safe water.
 Do not allow children to play in flood water areas, wash children's hands frequently,
and do not allow children to play with flood-water contaminated toys that have not
been disinfected.
If Food Becomes Exposed to Flood Waters:
 Do not eat any food that may have come into contact with flood water.
 Discard any food that is not in a waterproof container if there is any chance that it
has come into contact with flood water.
If Power Loss Occurs:
 Refrigerators will keep foods appropriately cold for about 4 hours without power if it is
unopened.
 Do not open freezers until you plan to use or discard the contents; as stated above,
most freezers will keep food safe for 24 to 48 hours if left closed.
 Discard any food that has an unusual odor, color or texture.
If you rely on a Private Well:
 Boil water for at least five minutes at a full rolling boil before using it for drinking,
cooking, making ice or brushing teeth
 Infants under six months and pregnant women should not drink boiled water,
because boiling water may concentrate harmful nitrates.
 Continue to use bottled water or to boil your well-water until tests on samples taken
since the last flooding or loss of electricity show the water is safe.
If you have a Septic System:
 Assess your system after the storm
 If property is flooded, do not use
 Use water conservation practices until power is fully restored
If your home is Flooded:
 Assure it is safe to enter
 Remove mold and mildew & dry out the walls
 Check heating and Air conditioning
 Assure the building is dry before repairing
For more detailed information, please visit http://www.darenc.com/health/newspubs.asp or
contact the Dare County Department of Health & Human Services’ Public Health Division at
252.475.5003 or 252.475.5080.
Dare County, also known as The Outer Banks of North Carolina, is a chain of barrier islands midway on the Atlantic Seaboard. Dare
County includes the towns of Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head, and Manteo. Dare County also
encompasses Roanoke Island, the Dare mainland and Hatteras Island, which includes the villages of Rodanthe, Waves, Salvo, Avon,
Buxton, Frisco and Hatteras.
NEXT UPDATE
The next scheduled update will be Thursday, July 3, 2014 by 4:00 p.m.
The Dare County Emergency Operations Center will be operating throughout the storm
and may be reached at 252-475-5655 or visit www.darenc.com for updated information.
Dare County, also known as The Outer Banks of North Carolina, is a chain of barrier islands midway on the Atlantic Seaboard. Dare
County includes the towns of Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head, and Manteo. Dare County also
encompasses Roanoke Island, the Dare mainland and Hatteras Island, which includes the villages of Rodanthe, Waves, Salvo, Avon,
Buxton, Frisco and Hatteras.