State of Emergency Declared - Evacuation Notice Issued

8 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2019 - Governor Issues a Mandatory Evacuation of all barrier islands from the SC to VA line.  https://www.ncdps.gov/dorian2019

Find declaration below. 

10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2019

MANDATORY EVACUATION ISSUED

TOWN OF BEAUFORT

EVACUATION PROCEDURE

Due to an imminent threat to public safety, the Town of Beaufort has issued an evacuation declaration. The Town of Beaufort is under a state of emergency as of 3 p.m. Monday, Sept. 2, 2019. Your safety and welfare are at stake! Hurricane Dorian is a major hurricane with strong tropical winds and storm surge as of Sept. 3, 2019. The National Weather Service forecast models show a strong potential for significant impacts to our area. Tropical Storm winds are anticipated to arrive on Wednesday evening, Sept. 4, 2019.

 

EVACUATION:

The Town of Beaufort has issued a mandatory evacuation beginning at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2019. We urge all citizens to adhere and evacuate to safety as soon as possible. All citizens should be at a safe location by early Wednesday evening, Sept. 4, 2019.

The County entered a state of emergency at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2019 and issued a mandatory evacuation effective at 12 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2019 for portions of the County to include all of Down East, North River, South River and all residents in manufactured homes to including park models, recreational vehicles and mobile homes.

 

Citizens and visitors in Beaufort and Carteret County must plan for an evacuation now. Please leave early, especially those that will be traveling with boats or trailers. Citizens and visitors should plan to be at a safe location and sheltered by 8 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2019.

 

Updates of Storm Arrival:

Stay tuned to local news media for the latest public information announcements, hurricane updates and shelter openings.

For updates from the Town of Beaufort, please visit our resource page at www.beaufortnc.org. Simply click the Hurricane Dorian tab at the top and all available information will be displayed.

The Town of Beaufort’s Facebook page will also be a valuable resource. https://www.facebook.com/BeaufortTown/

PLEASE TAKE THE FOLLOWING STEPS PRIOR TO LEAVING YOUR HOME:

All outdoor objects including trash cans and patio furniture should be brought indoors or tied down.
Clear your property of all debris that could damage buildings in strong winds.
It is recommended to board your windows.
Cut off LP gas at the tank.
Cut off power to your home at the circuit breaker.
Cut off water to your home at the water valve.
Cut off water and power to your dock.
Take your pets.
Take your necessary medications.

CURFEW: A curfew goes into effect for the Town of Beaufort from sunset to sunrise beginning on Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019 to remain in effect until modified or rescinded.

TOWN OPERATIONS will cease at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2019 and will resume at a time deemed safe after the storm event.

PUBLIC INFORMATION:

Storm-related information and re-entry procedures following the storm will be updated on the Town’s website and Facebook page as data becomes available.  Access to this website is dependent upon the ability of the internet service provider to maintain its operations during the storm.  The Town’s website address is: www.beaufortnc.org. Re-entry passes are not being issued by the Town of Beaufort. Please be prepared to show proof of residency if necessary upon re-entry.

For the latest updates on road closures download readync.gov.

 

EVACUATION SHELTERS:

Carteret County Emergency Management anticipates opening a shelter at the Newport Middle School, 500 E Chatham Street, at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2019, if conditions allow. The shelter is pet friendly.

Please monitor Carteret County Emergency Management’s Facebook pages or download readync.org for updates on shelter locations.

Medically Fragile Citizens should contact the Emergency Management Office at (252) 222-5841 for shelter information and to preregister.

Prepare an Emergency Kit:

The kit should contain nonperishable food, water (one gallon per person per day) and clothing to sustain each family member for 7 days. Include a flashlight, radio, spare batteries, blankets, rain gear and appropriate footwear. Special considerations must be made for the young or disabled. Remember to include baby food and medications as well as photo copies of important family documents, such as birth certificates and insurance policies. Secure original copies of documents in a waterproof container in case of flooding. These emergency kits should be taken with you during an evacuation. Remember to fill your gas tank.

 

 

TOWN OFFICIALS ISSUE A VOLUNTARY EVACUATION FOR THE TOWN OF BEAUFORT; RESIDENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEEK SHELTER INLAND

The National Hurricane Center’s forecast for Hurricane Dorian projects it will begin affecting our area late on Wednesday, Sept. 4 and continue throughout the day Thursday and Friday. The Mayor of the Town of Beaufort has signed a proclamation declaring a State of Emergency in advance of the storm and has ordered a voluntary evacuation of the Town of Beaufort, N.C. Town officials and emergency management are closely monitoring the storm.

A Mandatory Evacuation may be issued on Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2019 depending on the track of Hurricane Dorian. A decision will be made by 10 a.m. on Sept. 3, and if warranted, will begin at 3 p.m. Please prepare and make plans to relocate inland for the duration of the storm.

All residents are cautioned to stay calm, evacuate their home and proceed to a safe location.

Residents are urged to cut off gas valves and turn off the main electrical breaker to their homes and apartments prior to evacuation. Residents should also shut off water valves to their docks and piers.

For updated information, follow the Town of Beaufort on Facebook and visit www.beaufortnc.org.