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Day 2 of the 2026 NC Transportation Summit is underway! Yesterday's conversations about artificial intelligence have led to today's discussions on the future of transportation.
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N.C. 12 remains closed between Basnight Bridge and Rodanthe as crews remove damaged pavement and prep for a one‑lane detour by Fri. All other sections are open. The Rodanthe–Stumpy Point emergency ferry continues to run. Visitor access to Hatteras Island is still restricted.
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Innovation Under Construction. Day one of the NC Transportation Summit is underway! Excited conversations, fresh ideas, and big visions for the future of transportation. @NC_Governor
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N.C. 9: Then and Now. In October 2024, NCDOT faced the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Today, drone footage offers a look at the reconstruction and the ongoing work to rebuild and restore this rural route in Western North Carolina.
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🔈Help Us Secure the Top Spot Vote for Mobility, Everyone Everywhere in NC through Nov. 15. Just a quick reminder that you can vote once every 24 hours.🔁 👇Click the link below to cast your vote! 🔗 bit.ly/4yGNCsj
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Ready to check something off your shopping list? This week's featured route is the High Country Gateway. With daily service between Boone and Charlotte via Winston-Salem, the shopping opportunities are endless. Hop on. Shop on. Link: bit.ly/489ihmS
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Following the back-to-back strong coastal storms that have damaged @NCDOT_NC12, I’ve declared a state of emergency in Dare and Hyde counties, which will allow the state to coordinate the work to restore the highway. We need long-term solutions because NC 12 is essential. I’m asking the @USDOTFHWA to continue to work with North Carolina to support immediate repairs and accelerate longer-term solutions for this vital stretch of highway. @NCDOT and our federal partners are already working closely, and we must build on that partnership to provide more reliable access to the Outer Banks.
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It's National School Bus Safety Week. Do you know when to STOP for a school bus? NC State Highway Patrol explains why drivers need to be patient, stay alert and know the law. Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/2V444pt
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N.C. 12 is still closed from Basnight Bridge to Rodanthe after overwash has caused more damage and dune loss. NCDOT does not know when the road will reopen. Emergency ferries between Rodanthe-Stumpy Point and Hatteras-Ocracoke are running. Crews will rebuild dunes as tides allow.
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Pedestrians first. We are working to bring leading pedestrian intervals to more crosswalks across the state. This effort will safely guide motorists to give pedestrians the right of way.
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NCDOT's Division of Aviation had a great time celebrating North Carolina's aviation history this past weekend in Statesville! Started in 1974, Carolina BalloonFest is the 2nd oldest hot air balloon festival in the country.
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This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, pink wildflower beds like this one in Kinston are blooming across North Carolina roadsides in recognition of all those impacted by breast cancer. 🌸🎗️ #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #WildflowerWednesday
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UPDATE: NC12 is still closed from Marc Basnight Bridge to Rodanthe, and about 800 feet of pavement has now been damaged by forces from the offshore nor'easter. Please stay safe. Avoid travel on NC12 on Pea Island. For travel updates, check DriveNC.gov.
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Every Adopt-A-Highway sign represents volunteers making a difference in their community. We appreciate groups like these for helping keep North Carolina's roadsides litter-free. Interested in getting involved? Learn more: bit.ly/3krdeZV #LitterFreeNC
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Check out these kid's reactions after witnessing a not properly restrained dummy, weighted like a toddler, being thrown out of its car seat at only 9 MPH upon impact. Stop by Safety City at the NC State Fair to learn child passenger safety rules.
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NC 12 CLOSED in both directions near Rodanthe in Dare County due to flooding from nor’easter. NEVER drive through flooded roads or around barricades. For the latest traffic information, go to DriveNC.gov or the DriveNC app.
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The newly relocated #NCDMV Raleigh State IRP office opens this morning at 8:00am to commercial trucking carrier customers at 3301 Terminal Dr., Suite 119. Office hours are M-F from 8-5. Welcome truckers! Find out more here 👉 bit.ly/4yutKZ8
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The new #NCDMV IRP (International Registration Plan) Raleigh State office opens Tuesday at 8:00am. Commercial trucking carrier customers can visit the new office M-F from 8-5 at 3301 Terminal Dr., Suite 119. Read more abut it here 👉 bit.ly/4yutKZ8
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Thank you to @CBalloonFest for having us this weekend🎈 Families channeled their inner Wright Brother with our photo prop, learned more about North Carolina pioneers in aviation and major state milestones, and took home free swag!
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Our NCDOT contract crews removed a dying tree in Wilson County and carefully preserved a massive honey bee colony inside it — giving these pollinators a sweet new start with local beekeepers. A hive five to everyone involved!
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