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- 1Ocean Washes Out Highway 12, Cutting Off Outer Banks▼OUTER BANKS CUT OFF – Ocean Destroys Highway 12, Emergency Ferry Launched (Latest Updates)
Highway 12, the main road linking North Carolina's Outer Banks, has been destroyed by ocean overwash, leaving parts of the barrier islands unreachable by road. Authorities have launched an emergency ferry service to move residents and supplies while crews assess the damage. Viewers are following the story closely for updates on when the route might reopen.
- 2Dare County issues updates on N.C. 12 access and ferries▼Dare County shares Thursday updates on N.C. 12 access, travel conditions and ferry service
Dare County, North Carolina released Thursday updates on access to N.C. 12, current travel conditions and ferry service along the Outer Banks. The announcement gives residents and visitors the latest information on road availability and ferry operations, which can change quickly due to weather, overwash or construction affecting the vulnerable stretch of highway that links the barrier islands.
- 3NC 12 detour opens after storm damage strands Outer Banks travelers▼NC 12 detour opens after storm damage leaves hundreds waiting for Outer Banks ferry
A detour along North Carolina Highway 12 has opened after storm damage disrupted travel on the Outer Banks, leaving hundreds of people waiting for ferry service. The temporary route is intended to restore access while the damaged stretch of the highway is repaired. Officials are working to clear the backlog of stranded travelers as conditions improve.