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Currituck Orders Countywide Mandatory Evacuation

Currituck County Government has issued a mandatory evacuation for all Currituck County residents and visitors, effective 8:00 a.m., August 26, 2011.

Due to the progress of Hurricane Irene, Currituck County is currently under a Hurricane Watch, which means hurricane conditions are possible within 48 hours. Currituck County issued a State of Emergency effective at 11:00 a.m., August 25, 2011.

With the evacuation, Currituck County government offices will be closed on Friday, Aug. 26.

Re-entry permits will be necessary for residents, property owners and businesses to access Corolla and Carova Beach. Re-entry permits will not be required for access to the mainland.

Citizens who might require evacuation assistance or have special needs should contact Social Services at 252-619-4425.

Currituck County does not open pre-storm emergency shelters. Host county shelters will open at 10:00 a.m., Aug. 26 at the following locations: 400 E. Sixth St., Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870; 9536 Hwy 305 North, Jackson, NC 27845.

Citizens should evacuate Currituck County via Highway 168 north into Chesapeake, Va., or 158 west through Elizabeth City and beyond. Motorists should follow all directives of law enforcement personnel directing the evacuation.

Citizens should have an evacuation kit with a 3-day supply of water, food, cash, clothing, medicines and pet supplies. Citizens should take all pets with them during the evacuation.

For evacuation questions, contact Currituck Emergency Management at 252-232-2115.

Media Contact: Randall Edwards, PIO, 252-232-0719

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MEDIA RELEASE

Hurricane Irene Advisory #4

August 25, 2011

5:00 pm

Currituck County Government

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