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Raleigh NC
Joined July 2010
Scammers take advantage of disasters, but you can stop them. ⚠️ Be cautious of unexpected calls, visits, or messages asking for money or personal information. ⚠️ Don’t share private information with strangers, and always verify who you’re talking to. ⚠️ If you think you’ve been targeted, report it immediately. Staying aware and taking your time to verify information can save you from losing money or putting your personal information at risk. For more information visit: readync.gov/stay-informed/be… Los estafadores se aprovechan de los desastres, pero usted puede detenerlos. ⚠️ Tenga cuidado con llamadas, visitas o mensajes inesperados que pidan dinero o información personal. ⚠️ No comparta información privada con desconocidos y verifique siempre con quién habla. ⚠️ Si cree que le han estafado, repórtelo inmediatamente. Estar informado y tomarse su tiempo para verificar la información puede evitarle perder dinero o poner en riesgo sus datos personales. Para más información visite: readync.gov/stay-informed/be…
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Ghosts and goblins? Easy. Not being prepared? Now that’s the real horror story. 😱😱😱
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👍 Yesterday, your State Emergency Operations Center in Raleigh deployed North Carolina Hazmat Regional Response Team #4 from @RaleighNCFire to assist Johnston County Emergency Services on this incident. Thankfully it was determined that there was no threat to the community. This multi-agency collaboration is yet another example of why we are a #ReadyNC!
Johnston County Utilities & NC Emergency Management are investigating a strong odor in the South Smithfield-Four Oaks area tied to an unknown wastewater discharge. Testing is ongoing to ensure public safety. Have info? Call 919-989-5075 or email [email protected].
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🚨 Preparedness Tip Thursday 🚨 Give your pets a safe start in any emergency! Keep a pet emergency kit with your family’s kit and always take your pets with you if you evacuate. Keep dogs leashed, cats in carriers, and never let them roam during an emergency. For tips and a full checklist, visit readync.gov/plan-and-prepare… 🚨 Recomendación de preparación para el jueves 🚨 ¡Provea a sus mascotas de un comienzo seguro en cualquier emergencia! Tenga un kit de emergencia para mascotas junto al kit de su familia y si tiene que desalojar, lleve siempre a sus mascotas con usted. Mantenga a los perros con correa, a los gatos en sus jaulas de transportar y nunca los dejes andar sueltos durante una emergencia. Para más información y lista completa, visite readync.gov/plan-and-prepare…
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Being proactive is your best defense against cyber threats. Taking simple steps today can protect your information, devices, and peace of mind tomorrow. Stay prepared, stay secure. 🔒 For more tips, visit readync.gov/stay-informed/no… Ser proactivo es su mejor defensa contra las amenazas cibernéticas. Tomar medidas sencillas hoy puede proteger su información, sus dispositivos y la tranquilidad del mañana. Manténgase preparado, Manténgase seguro. 🔒 Para más recomendaciones, visite readync.gov/stay-informed/no…
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NC Emergency Management retweeted
N.C. Hwy. 12 remains closed between the Marc Basnight Bridge and Rodanthe due to significant pavement damage and dune loss near the Pea Island Visitor Center. NCDOT cannot establish a reopening timeline until conditions improve and crews can assess damage. bit.ly/4dMCwKG
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NC Emergency Management retweeted
UPDATE: NC12 is still closed from Marc Basnight Bridge to Rodanthe, and about 800 feet of pavement has now been damaged by forces from the offshore nor'easter. Please stay safe. Avoid travel on NC12 on Pea Island. For travel updates, check DriveNC.gov.
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Question: Which emergency communication tool delivers real-time warnings directly from the National Weather Service, can activate automatically during severe weather, and works even when power or cell service is disrupted? Swipe to reveal the answer! ⚠️ Answer ⚠️ The emergency tool described is… NOAA Weather Radios! NOAA Weather Radios broadcast constant updates straight from local National Weather Service offices, giving you fast and accurate alerts for any threats in your area and keeps working even when power or cell service is down. A true preparedness MVP! Having a NOAA Weather Radio is a key step in being ready for emergencies. You can pick one up at most electronics stores! Learn more about staying informed at ReadyNC.gov/stay-informed/em….
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NC Emergency Management retweeted
NC 12 CLOSED in both directions near Rodanthe in Dare County due to flooding from nor’easter. NEVER drive through flooded roads or around barricades. Check DriveNC.gov for real-time travel updates.
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An Emergency Go Bag is a lightweight, portable kit you grab when you need to evacuate fast. It’s filled with essentials and should be easy to access, and stored in a clean, dry spot. An Emergency Preparedness Kit, is designed for sheltering in place. It can hold more long-term supplies like two weeks of food and water, radios, tools, sanitation items, duct tape and plastic sheeting for sheltering in place, extra batteries, and more. Both kits play different roles in staying safe during disa
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NC Emergency Management retweeted
UPDATE: NC12 is open & passable from Basnight Bridge to Ocracoke. But please drive safely. The nor'easter is leaving blown sand & standing water in spots. High water signs are in the canal zone. Crews are fortifying protective dunes. Get travel info ▶️DriveNC.gov.
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Making sure that all of our North Carolina neighbors are prepared for and informed about disasters is a priority of your NCEM! Did you know that NCEM offers an American Sign Language video playlist? Help spread the word and share this resource with the deaf and hard of hearing communities. A special thank‑you to the Department of Health and Human Services for their partnership in creating these videos. Explore the ASL playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL…
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❗️Sunday 10/18/26 Nor’Easter Update 🌀 Not much change in the forecast to report since yesterday. A Nor’easter off the NC Coast will continue to strengthen Sunday through early to mid-week. 💨🌊 This slow-moving system will bring strong winds, high waves, coastal flooding, and extremely dangerous marine conditions well into next week. 🚨 Conditions will continue to deteriorate though the weekend, and the greatest coastal impacts are expected on the ocean side of the Outer Banks. ⚠️ The mandatory evacuation order for Hatteras Island visitors remains in effect. Ferry service is suspended with only Southport/Fort Fisher running. 📌 Full Sunday Hazardous Weather Update: ReadyNC.gov/weather #ReadyNC #ncwx
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Pumpkin carving is fun, but safety comes first! 🎃 When carving pumpkins, set up a clean, well‑lit workspace and use tools carefully. 🎃 A little preparation helps prevent injuries and keeps your Spooky Season emergency‑free. ¡Tallar calabazas es divertido, pero la seguridad es lo primero! 🎃 Al tallar calabazas, establezca un espacio de trabajo limpio y bien iluminado y use las herramientas con cuidado. 🎃 Un poco de preparación ayuda a prevenir lesiones y mantiene su Temporada de Terror libre de emergencias.
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Attention Hatteras visitors and residents
Visitors who have not yet evacuated Hatteras Island must leave immediately. The NWS forecasts multiple days of hazardous conditions, potentially continuing into next week. Latest updates: DareNC.gov/Storm Dare County Emergency Management Information Line: 252-475-5655
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🌊🌧️🌬️Nor'easter Hazardous Weather Update- Saturday 10/17/26 🌀A Nor'easter is forecast to develop off the NC Coast Saturday evening bringing strong winds, hazardous marine conditions, and minor to moderate coastal flooding across eastern NC. 👎 It is becoming increasingly likely that this will be a long duration event with impacts lasting into next week. Continue to monitor the forecast for any changes. 🕐 Coastal impacts are forecast to begin Saturday as a low pressure system strengthens off the NC Coast. Minor to moderate coastal flooding, beach erosion and ocean overwash at vulnerable locations remains possible, especially across Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands. Coastal flooding impacts at soundside and oceanside locations will begin Saturday night, lingering into next week with the greatest oceanside inundation expected during Sunday and Monday’s high tide cycles. 🏊‍♀️ High rip current risk for the entirety of the NC coast! ⚠️ Multiple coastal flood and wind advisories, watches, and warnings have been issued as of this morning along the coast. Be informed by following your local National Weather Service Office, local media, and sign up for alerts from your local emergency management agency. Useful Nor'Easter Links: 📌Full forecast update at ReadyNC.gov/weather 📌Follow @DareCountyGovt for the latest OBX updates. 📌Follow @hydecoem for the latest Ocracoke updates. 📌Follow @NCDOT_NC12 for the latest NC-12 updates along OBX. 📌National Weather Service Updates along the coast: @NWSMoreheadCity and @NWSWilmingtonNC 📌Latest on roadway conditions: DriveNC.Gov #ReadyNC #ncwx
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🚨❗️Attention Hyde County Residents and Visitors- Special Attention Ocracoke Island! #ReadyNC #ncwx
Urgent Travel Warning: High Potential For Multi-Day Stranding On Ocracoke Island As Long-Duration Nor'easter Approaches conta.cc/4samFeN
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🚨❗️Attention Dare County Residents and Visitors- Special Attention Hatteras Island: Mandatory Evacuation Order for Visitors in Rodanthe, Waves, Salvo, Avon, Buxton, Frisco and Hatteras Village! #ReadyNC #ncwx
A mandatory evacuation for all visitors on Hatteras Island takes effect at 8 p.m. tonight (October 16). A state of emergency has been issued for Hatteras Island. Latest updates: DareNC.gov/Storm.
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As recipients of the NC Volunteer Organization Recovery Fund Grant, Baptists on Mission has been able repair and reconstruct many houses, providing safe homes for families across the region. Recently, your NCEM Long‑Term Recovery Branch joined Baptists on Mission at several home sites, highlighting the significant construction progress underway in Western North Carolina. NCEM extends heartfelt thanks to all volunteers, non‑profits, and government partners who continue to move Western NC’s long‑term recovery forward. #ReadyNC
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