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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
