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Hurricane Erin prompts state of emergency in Dare County, mandatory evacuation issued for Hatteras Island

Officials say those who are evacuating to areas north of Dare County are encouraged to travel westbound on Highway 64 to ...
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State of Emergency Issued for all of Dare County; Mandatory Evacuation Order issued for Hatteras Island

A State of Emergency declaration has been issued for all areas of Dare County, effective on Sunday, August 17, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

Democratic governor declares state of emergency in crime-ridden county

New Mexico’s Democrat governor on Wednesday declared a state of emergency over rampant violence and drug trafficking in a large swath of her state.

Gov. Tony Evers declares a state of emergency in response to severe flooding in southeast Wisconsin

Parts of Milwaukee saw more than 10 inches of rain in less than 24 hours in what is classified as a 1,000-year flood event.

Local State of Emergency, burn ban declared in Essex County, NY due to dry conditions

Officials in Essex County, New York have issued a local state of emergency due to ongoing dry conditions that have led to a number of grass fires in the area.Top video: See previous coverageThe state ...

Hurricane Erin back at Category 4, will bring dangerous surf to East Coast

Life-threatening waves and rip currents are expected along the East Coast this week, with Hatteras Island in the Outer Banks ...