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Ocean overwash reaches N.C. 12 on Pea Island and Ocracoke
Original: Ocean overwash begins reaching N.C. 12 on Pea Island and northern Ocracoke on Monday afternoon
Ocean overwash began reaching North Carolina Highway 12 on Pea Island and northern Ocracoke Monday afternoon, according to the Island Free Press. The flooding of the main route along the Outer Banks' barrier islands typically threatens travel and access for residents and visitors, and conditions may worsen with incoming tides.
Why now: The highway is a vital and flood-prone link for Outer Banks communities, so any overwash raises immediate concern for travel and safety.
N.C. 12Pea IslandOcracokeNorth CarolinaIsland Free Press
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- Ocean overwash begins reaching N.C. 12 on Pea Island and northern Ocracoke on Monday afternoon · Island Free Press
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