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Construction work begins at Ocracoke Light Station; limited visitor access to site expected over next 12 months. Visitors should park in gravel parking lot located approximately 200 feet northeast of the light station on Lighthouse Road. News Release: nps.gov/caha/learn/new…

Cape Hatteras National Seashore visitors may want to avoid the north end of Ocracoke Island until driving conditions improve. The following photos were taken this morning by National Park Service employees.

Cape Hatteras National Seashore has opened a new 16-car parking area just north of Buxton Village. The parking area provides a safer experience for Seashore visitors along a stretch of N.C. Highway 12 that is popular for both sound side & ocean side recreational activities.

NC12 on Ocracoke Island remains CLOSED this morning due to ocean overwash and unsafe driving conditions, and ferry service between Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands remains suspended until the road reopens.

NEWS RELEASE A 72-year-old man from Florence, South Carolina, died this morning as a result of an incident that occurred while kayaking. Read more: nps.gov/caha/learn/new…

NEWS RELEASE - Cape Hatteras National Seashore urges caution on roads and beaches ahead of potential impacts from Tropical Storm Debby Read more: nps.gov/caha/learn/new…

In an abundance of caution, and due to darkness, ocean overwash and water on the roadway, we have made the decision to CLOSE NC12 on Ocracoke between the ferry terminal and the pony pens until further notice. Ferry service between Hatteras and Ocracoke is also suspended.

Hatteras Inlet Ferry Operation is shut down until further notice due to inclement weather along with road conditions on Highway 12 Ocracoke. Call 252-996-6000 for additional info.

Due to heavy rains and continued ocean overwash, we will NOT be reopening NC12 on the north end of Ocracoke Island today. The water is extremely deep and conditions are unsafe for driving. NCDOT crews will re-evaluate conditions after Wednesday morning's high tide.

NC12 remains CLOSED on the north end of Ocracoke Island. While this morning's high tide was not as bad as previous ones, there still remains about a mile of deep ponded water that makes it unsafe for traffic. Elsewhere, NC12 is open and passable with water and sand in spots.

Good news! We will be reopening NC12 on the north end of Ocracoke at 12:30 p.m. today. There is still some water and sand on the roadway, so drive with EXTREME caution. Ferry service will resume with departures from both Hatteras and Ocracoke at 12:30.

NEWS RELEASE Cape Hatteras National Seashore urges visitors to avoid the beach near an unoccupied house collapse in Rodanthe. Read more: nps.gov/caha/learn/new…

NEWS RELEASE: Cape Hatteras National Seashore announces second house collapse on G A Kohler Court in Rodanthe, North Carolina; visitors urged to avoid all beaches in Rodanthe. Read more: nps.gov/caha/learn/new…

NC12 on Ocracoke remains open, although we did see ocean overwash in several places at high tide. The tide is coming down now, so we are planning to keep the highway open during daylight hours. HOWEVER, be aware that a nighttime closure is possible. Drive with EXTREME caution.

Localized ocean overwash is impacting parts of NC12 along the Outer Banks this morning. Make sure to send us any pictures or reports of coastal flooding or other impacts from this system. #ncwx

NCDOT closed NC12 between Marc Basnight Bridge and Rodanthe due to ocean overwash. Do not drive past barricades. Updates at drivenc.gov

Pro tips from a Hatteras Island Rescue Supervisor: -Swim near a lifeguard- never alone. -Tilt umbrellas into the wind and bury the pole 2+ ft. deep. -Keep a close eye on your kids. -Do not dig holes deeper than knees and fill them before you leave. LoveTheBeachRespectTheOcean.com

Beach conditions are posted daily each morning at LoveTheBeachRespectTheOcean.com. It’s also a good idea to check in with the lifeguard when you arrive at the beach each day to learn about things such as rip currents or marine activity at your access.