Wishing for a quiet hurricane season isn’t a plan.

As we approach the peak of hurricane season, make sure you're ready:

• Create an emergency plan
• Build a go-kit
• Sign up for weather alerts
• Know your evacuation routes

Also, be sure to follow trusted weather sources such as the National Hurricane Center and our local National Weather Service office.

It’s not if a storm hits — it’s when.

Ready.gov/Hurricanes

CurrentTV, the government and education access channel serving Dare County and its municipalities, has developed a fresh perspective on our town with a new aerial tour video, now available on YouTube. 

This aerial view of our community showcases key municipal facilities. Town Hall, our Public Services complex, and Fire Stations 16 and 21, are featured, as well as our parks and beach and sound accesses. It's really a unique perspective on the infrastructure that helps make Nags Head so special. 

Did You Know? Pets can accidentally start fires!

Keep furry friends safe by:

• Consider using flameless candles
• Keep pets away from stoves and countertops
• Have working smoke alarms on every level and test often

Fire safety includes the WHOLE family—tails included!

Download a pet safety tip sheet from the National Fire Protection Association: https://nfpa.social/4jid9kF

Occasionally, large marine mammals like whales or dolphins may become stranded on the beach. You might also be fortunate enough to spot a nesting sea turtle. In all cases, it’s crucial to observe from a respectful distance and immediately notify the appropriate organization for help.

• Marine Mammals (e.g., dolphins, whales): If you come across a beached marine mammal, contact the Outer Banks Marine Mammal Stranding Network at 252-455-9654.
• Sea Turtles: If you find a sea turtle nest or encounter an injured turtle, report it to N.E.S.T. (Network for Endangered Sea Turtles) at 252-441-8622.
• Injured or Orphaned Land Mammals (raccoons, deer, foxes, etc.): Call Outer Banks Wild Care at 252-995-4793 for assistance.
• Injured or Orphaned Birds: Reach out to Hatteras Island Wildlife Rehabilitation at 252-475-4217.

Remember, your quick action and respectful distance can help protect these incredible animals and support their rescue and rehabilitation.

A section of the multi-use path along the eastern side of South Old Oregon Inlet Road, just south of the Harvest Street intersection, remains closed to pedestrian traffic due to ongoing drainage improvement work.

Events are still taking place at Dowdy Park. Don't miss them! 

Yoga in the Park 
Dowdy Park
Tuesdays, 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.

Farmer's Markets 
Dowdy Park
Thursdays, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Fitness Fridays 
Dowdy Park
Fridays, 7:30 a.m. to 8:15 a.m.

Summer Concert Series 
Dowdy Park
Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Family Fun Times 
Dowdy Park
Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Learn more about future events at Dowdy Park Events | Nags Head, NC.

Do you have leftovers from dinner? Food does not belong in your curbside recycle bin. Try composting instead! 

View a reference guide on what can and cannot go into our recycling containers. 

If you don't have time to haul your recyclables to the recycling centers we have at Town Hall (5401 South Croatan Highway) and our Public Services facility (2203 Lark Avenue), be sure to subscribe to the curbside recycling collection service offered by TFC Recycling. The cost is only $13.35/month.