Erin is now a hurricane with top winds of 75 MPH. 

It's still too early to know the exact track as Erin passes near the Outer Banks, but regardless of track:

• We WILL see dangerous rip currents the majority of next week. (This weekend is ok)
• We do expect large, dangerous and life threatening waves, peaking Tuesday and Wednesday. Extensive beach erosion is likely.
• Coastal flooding is likely, especially around high tide beginning Monday, peaking Tuesday and Wednesday, and diminishing Thursday. Portions of Highway 12 on the Outer Banks may be impassable at times.

Monitor the latest briefings from the National Hurricane Center and our local National Weather Service Office.

Also, be sure to sign up to receive emergency alerts from OBX Alerts AND ensure that wireless emergency alerts (WEA) are enabled on your mobile phone. 

We're updating our Stormwater Master Plan to address flooding, water quality, and infrastructure needs.

Your input matters! We want to hear from residents, business owners, and anyone who cares about our community’s future. Share your experiences, help us identify problem areas, and be part of the solution.

August 21, 2025
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Nags Head Board of Commissioners Room
5401 South Croatan Highway

Nags Head Ocean Rescue will begin to reduce staffing starting tomorrow, August 16. 

Ten stands will remain in place through September 1: 

• Abalone
• Bonnett
• Hollowell
• Enterprise
• Epstein
• Forrest
• Gulfstream
• Hargrove
• Indigo 
• Juncos

We're working now to determine what accesses, if any, will have staffed lifeguard stands after Labor Day weekend.

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 (Last market is August 21!)
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 (Last event is August 19!)
Dowdy Park
Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

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

Remember that plastic toys do not belong in your recycle bin.

Please consider donating your gently used items 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.