Dangerous Surf, Home Collapse Risk Along NC Coast Force Outer Banks Beach Closures

Threat of more oceanfront homes collapsing closes portion of Outer Banks beach

Cape Hatteras National Seashore has announced the closure of some beaches due to the increased risk of collapse for one or more threatened oceanfront homes in Buxton and Rodanthe.

Dangerous surf, home collapse risk along NC coast force Outer Banks beach closures

MANTEO, N.C. (WNCN) — Dangerous beach conditions and the risk of oceanfront homes collapsing are forcing officials to close portions of the Outer Banks coastline. The Cape Hatteras National Seashore issued a warning Tuesday, urging visitors to use caution along east-facing beaches. The alert remains in effect through Saturday, April 11. “There is the potential [...]