Currituck County Emergency Management

06/19/2026

🎉 Currituck Alert just got an upgrade! 🎉

We've rolled out a new and improved mass notification system that's easier to use and gives you more control over the notifications you receive.

Stay connected with notifications about:
🌪️ Severe weather
🚨 Emergency notifications
🚧 Road closures
💧 Water & utility notices
📢 Community updates
…and more!

The new system DOES NOT carry over existing registrations, but getting set up only takes a couple of minutes. Here is a direct link to register https://www.smart911.com/smart911/ref/reg.action?pa=currituckcountync

Visit currituckalert.com to learn more and stay connected with the information that matters most to you. Because in Currituck, being in the know is the only way to go!

If you have an emergency, please call 9-1-1.
If you would like to contact our Emergency Management staff, please email [email protected] or call 252-232-2115

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The Northern Outer Banks Moyock Volunteer Fire Department Crawford Township Volunteer Fire Department Currituck, NC. Lower Currituck Fire Rescue Corolla Fire & Rescue Squad Carova Beach Volunteer Fire & Rescue Corolla Beach Rescue

06/18/2026

There is a Slight Risk (level 2 of 5) for severe thunderstorms this evening going into tonight for most of our forecast area. Showers and storms ahead of a cold front may be strong to severe with wind gusts of 60+ mph.

06/17/2026

🚧 Road Closure Notice 🚧

The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) plans to close Reeds Road between Middle Gibbs Road and the Currituck County Convenience Center on Thursday, June 18, 2026, for roadway repairs.

Work is scheduled to begin during the day, and the road will reopen once repairs are complete. Residents who live within the work area will continue to have access to their homes, and the Currituck County Convenience Center, located at 132 Reeds Road, will remain open during the repairs. Barricades and traffic control devices will be in place to alert motorists of the closure.

Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead, use alternate routes when possible, and allow additional travel time.

If you have any questions, please contact NCDOT directly at 252-421-7200.

06/16/2026

A boil water advisory has been issued for a section of Walnut Island in Grandy.

Potable water service was interrupted because of a water line repair today to the area of Walnut Island by the south entrance. Affected streets are Evans St., Leeward Dr., Edge Water Dr., Admiralty Ct., Canal Dr., Canal Ct., and Midway Drive. Based on the potential for contamination from cross-conne...

06/14/2026

Severe weather is possible across the entire area today, especially this afternoon into this evening. Damaging wind gusts of 60-70 mph are the main threat, though hail, localized heavy rain, and an isolated tornado cannot be ruled out. Damaging winds may lead to widespread tree damage and potential power outages. Make sure to stay weather-aware and have a way to receive any potential watches or warnings!

06/12/2026

06/11/2026

Corolla Beach Rescue has issued 🟡yellow flags🟡 for our beaches today 06/11/2026!

Yellow flags mean that life threatening rip currents are possible. Only experienced surf swimmers should enter the water! Corolla Beach Rescue recommends staying shallow, using flotation, and exercising extreme caution when swimming. The ocean is not a place to test out your swimming abilities, especially on a yellow flag day!

Conditions can change throughout the day, please stay alert!

In case of emergency, call 9-1-1! 9-1-1 gets the lifeguard!

Get these notifications directly to your phone by texting SAFECOROLLA to 888-777

06/10/2026

🚧 Road Closure Notice 🚧

The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) plans to close Moyock Landing Drive on Thursday, June 11, 2026, for a crossline replacement.

Work is scheduled to begin around 8:00 AM, and the road will reopen once the work is complete. The closure will be located on Moyock Landing Drive between 125 Shingle Landing Villas and 134 Moyock Landing Drive. Barricades and traffic control devices will be in place to alert motorists of the closure. Residents and travelers in the area should plan ahead, use alternate routes when possible, and allow additional travel time.

If you have any questions, please contact NCDOT directly at
252-421-7200.

06/10/2026

Corolla Beach Rescue has issued 🟡yellow flags🟡 for our beaches today 06/10/2026!

Yellow flags mean that life threatening rip currents are possible. Only experienced surf swimmers should enter the water! Corolla Beach Rescue recommends staying shallow, using flotation, and exercising extreme caution when swimming. The ocean is not a place to test out your swimming abilities, especially on a yellow flag day!

Conditions can change throughout the day, please stay alert!

In case of emergency, call 9-1-1! 9-1-1 gets the lifeguard!

Get these notifications directly to your phone by texting SAFECOROLLA to 888-777

06/09/2026

***UPDATE 6/10/2026 03:05PM Work at the intersection of Pinto Drive and Bison Drive will be completed this evening. There will be no road closures tomorrow. ***

🚧 Road Closure Notice 🚧

The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has notified Currituck County that the intersection of Pinto Drive and Bison Drive in the Ranchland neighborhood will be closed on Wednesday, June 10, and Thursday, June 11, 2026, while crews replace three crosslines beneath the roadway.

Work is scheduled to begin around 8:00 AM each day, with the road expected to reopen by approximately 7:00 PM.

Barricades and traffic control devices will be in place to alert motorists of the closure. Residents and travelers in the area should plan ahead, use alternate routes when possible, and allow additional travel time.

If you have any questions, please contact NCDOT directly at
252-421-7200.