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science1 month ago•1 min saved

NC Reports First Fatal Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Case in Dare County

North Carolina’s Department of Agriculture confirmed the state’s first fatal case of rabbit hemorrhagic disease virus type 2 (RHDV2) in a Dare County domestic rabbit. Two dead rabbits were taken to a clinic on Jan. 1; lab tests confirmed RHDV2 lesions last Friday, and four of five rabbits at the clinic died. A quarantine remains for the surviving rabbit. RHDV2 is highly contagious and considered a foreign animal disease in the U.S.; signs include sudden death and nosebleeds. Owners should contact a veterinarian or the NC Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services if they observe unexplained rabbit deaths.

via witn.com|

#dare-county #ncdac #north-carolina

local6 months ago•4 min saved

Hurricane Erin Triggers Emergency and Evacuations in Dare County

Dare County has declared a State of Emergency and issued a mandatory evacuation for Hatteras Island due to the threat of Hurricane Erin, which is expected to cause coastal flooding, dangerous waves, and impassable roads from August 19-21, 2025. Residents and visitors are advised to evacuate, secure property, and stay informed through official channels, with special attention to ocean safety and road conditions.

via Dare County, NC (.gov)|

#coastal-flooding #dare-county #evacuation

weather6 months ago•1 min saved

Dare County Declares Emergency and Evacuates Hatteras Island Ahead of Hurricane Erin

Hurricane Erin has prompted a state of emergency and mandatory evacuation for Hatteras Island in Dare County, NC, with coastal flooding expected from August 19-21, 2025, and residents and visitors advised to evacuate and prepare accordingly.

via Dare County, NC (.gov)|

#dare-county #evacuation #flood-watch

health6 months ago•10 min saved

Vibrio Infections Surge Along Gulf Coast and Southeast

Dare County reports two cases of Vibrio vulnificus infections linked to swimming in Croatan Sound and issues water safety guidance to prevent recreational water-related illnesses, emphasizing hygiene, wound care, and avoiding contaminated water, especially after heavy rains.

via The Outer Banks Voice|

#dare-county #health #public-health

natural-disasters2 years ago•1 min saved

"Coastal Communities Brace for Hurricane Idalia's Impact"

The National Hurricane Center has issued a Tropical Storm Warning for Dare County, NC, due to the expected impacts from Hurricane Idalia. Residents and visitors are advised to be prepared and stay informed as tropical storm conditions are expected within 36 hours or less.

via Dare County (.gov)|

#dare-county #hurricane-idalia #national-hurricane-center

health2 years ago•2 min saved

"Vibrio Outbreak Claims Second Life in Dare County, Prompts Recreational Water Safety Measures"

Murray Bridges, the owner of Endurance Seafood Company, may have died from a Vibrio bacterial infection, according to his daughter. This comes after the recent Vibrio-related death of another resident in Dare County. Vibrio cases are rare, but three deaths have been reported in North Carolina in July 2023. The Vibrio bacteria is becoming more prevalent in Northern waters due to climate change.

via The Outer Banks Voice|

#bacterial-infection #dare-county #health