Another House Collapse in North Carolina's Outer Banks Amid Rising Sea Levels
In a troubling continuation of events, a house has collapsed into the Atlantic Ocean in Rodanthe, marking the third such incident on North Carolina's Outer Banks this year. With recent coastal storms exacerbating the situation, officials at Cape Hatteras National Seashore have urged the public to avoid nearby beaches due to potential debris from these collapses. The beaches have faced significant challenges from rising sea levels, erosion, and extreme weather, resulting in a total of eight oceanfront homes collapsing since 2020. High surf and flood advisories remain in effect as homes in the Outer Banks continue to be monitored for further risks.