Colington VFD

Official Twitter account of the Colington VFD located in Dare County, NC. (Station 15) Neighbors Helping Neighbors.

[NWS Newport/Morehead @NWSMoreheadCity]

🚨 Is your family actually ready for hurricane season?

Your hurricane kit absolutely needs to include at least a 1-week supply of food, water, and medicine for EVERYONE in your house.

How many days of supplies do you usually prep for? 👇

#TropicalTuesday #nws

[NC Emergency Management @NCEmergency]

🚫🔥A reminder as you go about your beautiful weekend- a statewide burning ban remains in place!

👎 No burning yard debris.
👎 No campfires.
👎 No small fires on your patio.

👀 If you see someone burning, call 911 so it can be addressed before a problem starts.

#ReadyNC

[NC Emergency Management @NCEmergency]

A thin layer of ice has formed on some of our ponds and lakes. While it may look solid, thin ice cannot support the weight of a person or a pet. Talk to your children and make sure they understand that frozen bodies of water are off-limits. #ReadyNC #SnowNC26

[NWS Newport/Morehead @NWSMoreheadCity]

⚠️For those on the Outer Banks, we want to reiterate that the storm surge impacts are not over, even though #Erin is moving away. The next high tide occurs around 7:00 pm this evening, and the impact is expected to be similar, if not worse, than this morning's high tide. #ncwx

[NWS Newport/Morehead @NWSMoreheadCity]

⚠Latest Info on #erin: https://t.co/CAZ6pY0eg1⚠
No major changes overnight. We should start seeing the first impacts of Erin later today at high tide along the coast (especially the Outer Banks). This update includes some values for coastal flooding and storm surge. #nws

[Dare County @DareCountyGovt]

Dare County remains under a State of Emergency and a Mandatory Evacuation order is in effect for Hatteras Island. Please note that N.C. Hwy. 12 may be impassable by August 19 at 5 p.m.
No mandatory evacuation is in effect for any other areas at this time.
https://t.co/1BSsk8RRsA

[NWS Newport/Morehead @NWSMoreheadCity]

Confidence increased overnight for a significant winter storm impacting eastern NC tonight into Wed AM. Highest totals east of Highway 17 with 6-8" storm total, but all areas will likely see measurable snow. Isolated higher amounts possible. Full briefing later this AM.

[Dare County EM @DareCountyEM]

OBXBeachConditions: DOUBLE RED FLAG conditions at all beaches. Ocean swimming not allowed, stay out of the water! More at https://t.co/U78MOwG18o

Ocean Rescue staffing at offseason levels. Many beaches covered by roving patrol. If help is needed, know your location - call 911!

[Colington VFD @colington_vfd]

Phones are back and working well. Thanks for your patience.

[Colington VFD @colington_vfd]

CVFD phones are not working correctly. We apologize for any inconvenience. Spectrum has wide spread issues.

[Eastern Carolina FFs @ECFFA]

Eastern scholarships and grants are due May 1st. This year we are accepting paper and electronic submissions. Find more information here https://t.co/H5JrPNoVUi

[Dare County EM @DareCountyEM]

NWS ALERT:
High Wind Watch High Wind Watch issued December 15 at 2:47PM EST until December 18 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC

[Dare County EM @DareCountyEM]

OBXAlerts:
Heat Advisory Heat Advisory issued August 13 at 2:29PM EDT until August 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC

[NWS Newport/Morehead @NWSMoreheadCity]

The Tornado WATCH has been extended southward to include most of Eastern NC. A Watch means conditions are favorable for tornado development over the next few hours. Make sure you have a way to receive warnings and be #WeatherReady #ncwx #SevereWeather

[North Carolina State Highway Patrol @NCSHP]

Rain fall is expected across the state through the end of the week. If you must drive, please remember:
✔️Make it easier for other drivers to see you. Have headlights on if your wipers are on.
👀Keep an eye out for debris in the roadway.
❌Never drive through flooded roadways.

[Dare County EM @DareCountyEM]

OBXAlerts:
Wind Advisory Wind Advisory issued May 25 at 3:10PM EDT until May 27 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC

[NWS Newport/Morehead @NWSMoreheadCity]

4 pm - Here's an updated look at the potential impacts through Sunday night for the coastal low that will be moving through Eastern North Carolina. #ncwx

[NC_OSFM @NC_OSFM]

Christmas Day and Christmas Eve are among the leading days of the year for U.S. home fires. If you're hosting overnight guests for the holidays, be sure to discuss your fire escape plan with them. For more #HolidayFireSafety tips, visit: https://t.co/Nq8iKAtDBV

[NWS Newport/Morehead @NWSMoreheadCity]

The projected highs for Christmas Day will be the coldest highs on Christmas Day since the late 90s or early 2000s. Don't forget about your pets this weekend! #NWS

[NC_OSFM @NC_OSFM]

Happy Halloween! Commissioner Causey urges families to follow these safety tips:
👻 Wear clothing that can easily be seen at night
🏎️ Walk and drive safely to avoid pedestrian accidents
‍🎃 Inspect your children's candy before they eat
MORE: https://t.co/FaHgXVxYFY