Beach Safety | North Carolina Sea Grant

Dec 7, 2018

Making Repairs for Wind Damage? Check for Insurance Incentives

As homeowners in North Carolina’s coastal region begin making repairs for damages related to Hurricane Florence, they should be aware of insurance incentives to increase wind resistance by selecting construction options.

Jun 22, 2017

Media Advisory: Rip Currents Safety for 2017 Beach Season

Here are some resources to keep beachgoers safe this summer, including beach updates from the National Weather Service and rip current survival tips. Contact: Katie Mosher, 919-515-9069, katie_mosher@ncsu.edu

Jun 2, 2016

NC, SC Observe Rip Current Awareness Week, June 5-11

North Carolina and South Carolina will observe Rip Current Awareness Week, June 5 to June 11, 2016. Contact: Sandy LaCorte, Meteorologist, Rip Current Program Leader, NWS Wilmington, N.C., 910-763-8331, Sandy.LaCorte@noaa.gov; or Steven Pfaff, WCM NWS Wilmington, N.C., 910-762-0524 x223, Steven.Pfaff@noaa.gov

Jun 3, 2015

NC Governor Proclaims Rip Current Preparedness Week June 7-13

In the state of North Carolina, Gov. Pat McCrory has proclaimed June 7-13, 2015 as “RIP CURRENT PREPAREDNESS WEEK.” Contact: Katie Mosher, 919-515-9069, katie_mosher@ncsu.edu

May 19, 2015

Rip Current Safety Highlighted for Summer Beach Season

As Memorial Day approaches, a busy beach season is on the horizon. So, too, is Rip Current Preparedness Week, which kicks off June 7. Contact: Katie Mosher, 919-515-9069, katie_mosher@ncsu.edu