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Ocean overwash shuts Highway 12 on North Carolina's Outer Banks
Original: Ocean overwash closes NC 12 near Basnight Bridge and Rodanthe
North Carolina Highway 12, the main road linking Hatteras Island communities, has been closed near the Marc Basnight Bridge and Rodanthe after ocean water washed over the roadway. The closure cuts a key route for residents and visitors on the Outer Banks, and drivers are being told to avoid the area until conditions improve and crews can clear and inspect the road.
Why now: Ocean overwash from rough seas is disrupting the only main road through Hatteras Island, affecting travel and residents right now.
NC 12Marc Basnight BridgeRodantheNorth CarolinaOuter Banks
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