Hatteras-Ocracoke ferry operations resume on Thursday afternoon
The Hatteras-Ocracoke, Ocracoke-Swan Quarter, and Ocracoke-Cedar Island ferry operations have resumed normal operations as of 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 23.
Ferry service was suspended on Tuesday evening due to a winter storm which brought an estimated 8 inches of snow to Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands.
Some melting is expected today, but any wet roads may freeze and ice on Thursday and Friday nights, leading to dangerous driving conditions, according to a Thursday morning update from the National Weather Service (NWS).
“Slow down and use caution while traveling. Allow ample distance between yourself and other vehicles to avoid the risk of a collision if slippery conditions are encountered, and allow extra time to reach your destination safely,” stated the NWS.
To get notified of ferry delays or cancellations, sign up for text and email alerts via the N.C. Ferry System’s FINS system: www.ncdot.gov/fins. Users will get notified of any schedule changes directly from the terminal, and can unsubscribe at any time.
