Governor Stein Issues State of Emergency for NC 12 Following Back-to-Back Coastal Storms

Governor Stein Issues State of Emergency for NC 12 Following Back-to-Back Coastal Storms Release Date Thu, 10/22/2026 - 12:00 sengel Thu, 10/22/2026 - 16:26 Today Governor Josh Stein declared a state of emergency in Dare and Hyde counties and called on the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to grant emergency relief supporting the repair of N.C. Highway 12. “Following the back-to-back strong coastal storms that have damaged NC 12, I’ve declared a state of emergency in Dare and Hyde counties, which will allow the state to coordinate the work to restore NC 12,” said Governor Josh Stein. “NC 12 is essential, so I’m asking our federal partners to support immediate repairs and work with us to accelerate longer-term solutions for this vital stretch of highway. NCDOT and our federal partners are already working closely together, and we must build on that partnership to provide more reliable access to the Outer Banks.” “Our highway and ferry teams have worked tirelessly in dangerous conditions to maintain and restore access for Outer Banks communities, and I’m grateful for their dedication,” said NCDOT Secretary Daniel Johnson. “As we respond to these storms, NCDOT is also working close

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