Rodanthe, N.C. — Debris is scattered along the Cape Hatteras Seashore this week after two homes collapsed into the ocean.
The homes were washed away and there is concern that it could happen again. Gripping images and video from the Outer Banks demonstrated the power of mother Nature.
The homes that fell were located on Ocean Drive in Rodanthe, less than 100 feet from each other before collapsing into the surf. In February A house between Rodanthe, Salvo fell apart.
Although the state has long defended its coastline for its scenic views and natural beauty, there are many factors that can affect its environment, such as rising sea levels, hurricanes, and erosion. This is a concern for anyone trying to build a life there.
Dr. Reide Corbett, a researcher at the Coastal Studies Institute, says that this type of erosion is not new to the Outer Banks. Coastal communities all over the world are looking towards a future in which they will have to manage the changes.
Corbett stated, “It is happening now.” “We can see the results today, and we can use those and the experiences that are available today to try and understand the situation and create a plan to move forward to make our community and other communities more resilient.”
Corbett claims that the Outer Banks barrier island are not in danger, but that the infrastructure we have built on them is, making it difficult to adapt.
Wave heights Wednesday were unusually high along the coast. Mike Maze, WRAL meteorologist said that we could experience our first hurricane in May despite it being impossible to predict. Hurricane season doesn’t start until June 1..
N.C. Highway 12 remains shut between Oregon Inlet & Rodanthe. Due to the severe weather, ferry service along the Outer Banks is still suspended.
A SimulatorAccording to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, even a slight rise of sea levels could make some waterfront areas inundated.
