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Cape Hatteras National Seashore
Buxton Lifeguard Beach Operations Close For The Season
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Date: August 25, 2009
Contact: Outer Banks Group, 252-473-2111 ext. 119
Cape Hatteras National Seashore lifeguard beach operations at Buxton Beach, adjacent to the Old Cape Hatteras Lighthouse site, closed Friday, August 21, 2009 for the 2009 season. NPS lifeguard operations at Coquina Beach on Bodie Island and Ocracoke Beach on Ocracoke Island will continue through Labor Day, September 7th, 2009. The hours of operation are 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Fall visitors are reminded to check with local weather sources for updated surf and rip current conditions before going to the beach. Planning your visit to Cape Hatteras National Seashore will enhance your enjoyment and your safety. Please observe all rules and regulations for your safety. Know your limits and understand the hazards. For more information on rip currents, check the website at www.ripcurrents.noaa.gov.
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Did You Know?
The U.S. Weather Bureau Station on Hatteras Island was built in 1901 and was one of 11 stations built around the country. It is one of only three remaining stations nationwide, and the only one in the nation restored to its 1901 condition. The station was reopened in 2007 to house a visitor center.
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Last Updated: August 25, 2009 at 16:34 EST |
