Moreover, even in the calmest conditions, swimming off the beaches of Cape Hatteras National Seashore is much more difficult than swimming in a pool or lake and only the most experienced should consider entering the water.
“We urge visitors to avoid entering the ocean when the rip current risk is moderate or high and when the waves are more than 1-2 feet in height. Visitors wading into the surf, even as shallow as waist deep, may be overcome by large waves, suffer injuries, and may be overtaken by rough ocean conditions making it difficult, if not impossible, for all but the strongest, most experienced swimmers to survive. High energy surf conditions, including large waves and life-threatening rip currents, are forecast to be present all week. The bystanders saw the 68-year-old man starting to go underwater when they swam out and pulled him to shore.ĭare County Sheriff’s Office, Dare County Emergency Medical Services, Hatteras Island Rescue Squad and North Carolina Highway Patrol responded to the incident.Ĭardiopulmonary resuscitation efforts were unsuccessful.Ī beach hazards statement was in effect through Tuesday evening at Hatteras Island beaches for dangerous rip currents and large breaking waves in the surf zone.ĭavid Hallac, superintendent of the National Parks of Eastern North Carolina, released following statement: “The Seashore sends condolences to the families and friends of the swimmers that lost their lives over the last two days. Two bystanders shared that the Leonard Oxley was swimming in the ocean when he shouted for help.
This luxury suite-hotel has a peaceful soundfront location on the Nags Head/Manteo Causeway, and each.A 68-year-old man from Hillsboro died Tuesday morning in a water-related incident off southern Hatteras Island at Cape Hatteras National Seashore.Īt approximately 10:30 a.m., a 911 call was placed to report an unresponsive visitor in the ocean off southern Hatteras Island, near off-road vehicle ramp 55. Also close by you’ll find Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge, Bodie Island Lighthouse, downtown Manteo and plenty of fabulous restaurants. Oasis Suites Hotel is less than a half-mile from the Atlantic Ocean, Jennette’s Pier and the Outlets Nags Head. This luxury suite-hotel has a peaceful soundfront location on the Nags Head/Manteo Causeway, and each suite has a private balcony with spectacular views of Roanoke Sound. Enjoy a restful stay at the Oasis, and be sure to inquire about their in-suite massages. An outdoor swimming pool and a hot tub are also on site.
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