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Wind and water damage across the Outer Banks was extensive, with monetary damage in Dare County estimated at $350 million (2003 USD, ($580 million 2025 USD)). [6] Strong waves and the storm surge from Hurricane Isabel knocked 30–40 houses and several motels off of their pilings. [ 8 ]
The first named storm of the 2025 Atlantic season will be Andrea, followed by Barry, Chantal and newcomer Dexter. The name Dexter replaces Hurricane Dorian, which was retired after the 2019 season
September 3, 2010 – Hurricane Earl passes just east of the Outer Banks, inundating portions of North Carolina Highway 12 with storm surge and producing hurricane-force wind gusts that severely damaged six houses. Moderate crop damage was reported further inland, and monetary damage in the state reached $2.5 million (2010 USD). [50]
This tornado developed quickly, snapping trees and destroying several farm outbuildings and barns. The most intense damage occurred near a farm where a power pole was snapped, a cattle trailer was overturned, and a well-built outbuilding collapsed. The tornado weakened as it moved northeast, causing minor damage before dissipating. [46] EF1
As the 2025 hurricane season approaches, FOX Weather Hurricane Specialist Bryan Norcross is closely monitoring factors that could influence storm activity. From unpredictable climate patterns to ...
One home had 18 inches of sea water in it, officials say.
The Blue Ridge Parkway was indefinitely closed due to damage between mileposts 217 to 469 – the entirety of the North Carolina segment. [95] As of February 12, 2025, 310 miles of the parkway had reopened. The estimated repair cost was between $1 and $2 billion, and some work was expected to take two to three years. [96]
Residents along parts of North Carolina's Outer Banks are living on edge as the frenzied ocean pushes ever closer to people's homes following a potent coastal storm that wreaked havoc much of this ...