The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) announced that NC Highway 12 has reopened on northern Ocracoke Island as of 5:00 p.m. on Friday.

Ferry service has also resumed.

“Good news! NC12 on the north end of Ocracoke reopened at 5 pm today,” stated NCDOT in a social media update. “NCDOT removed a lot of sand today & water has receded. Traffic will proceed on one lane until [the] pavement can be repaired.”

Highway 12 Reopens on Ocracoke Island, North Carolina

Motorists are advised to drive carefully and expect delays at automated traffic signals.

“With NC12 now open on Ocracoke, the Hatteras-Ocracoke ferry has resumed its normal schedule,” NCDOT added.

Residents and visitors are encouraged to stay informed about road conditions and exercise caution while traveling in the area.

For more updates on local traffic and road conditions, visit the official NCDOT website or follow their social media channels.

https://www.ncdot.gov/travel-maps/ferry-tickets-services/routes/Documents/ferry-schedule.pdf