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NC's Barrier Islands

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ShadetreeRet

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I was just reading some reports about the storm and NC's Outer Banks, or OBX as it has become known. North Carolina's barrier islands stretch for approximately 200 miles, with approximately 148 miles connected by NC highway 12, and several ferries. Hwy. 12 did suffer some damage, but said that crews were already en route to begin repairs. And I am sure that there will be several TRACTORS involved. The report said that there are about 57,000 permanent residents living on the outer banks,and about 250,000 visitors on an average summer weekend. If you notice on a map, North Carolinas land mass extends farther into the ocean than any other on the coast. This is one reason they get pounded so often by storms. Just thought I would throw this out for those who live in inland states and may have never seen the OBX.
 
One of the main reasons that it is so dangerous to be on the OBX is because the barrier islands are surrounded by water. With a hurricane pushing a wall of water ahead of it, then pushing a wall behind it when it passes and the wind changes, it can produce a really dangerous situation in such a short time. OBX residents and visitors can experience flooding from both the ocean and the sounds.
 
jim, you are absolutely correct. Those poor folks catch it from both sides, and the last few years it seems to really be taking its toll on the islands. BTW, in another post you mentioned being in central NC, without being specific, about where are you located? I just kinda like to have an idea of where everyone is.
 
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