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Welcome to Swan Quarter, North Carolina
Swan Quarter is a charming, little farming and fishing village and the home of the Church that was moved by the Hand of God! Hyde County, spread over the Inner and Outer Banks, is known as "the land of many waters", and is the home of North Carolina's largest natural lake, Mattamuskeet. Our famous Ocracoke Island, once home to the pirate Blackbeard, and now a tourist mecca, is accessible by ferry from our village of Swan Quarter. A 28-car ferry connects Swan Quarter in Hyde County on the mainland with Ocracoke Island,crossing Pamlico Sound in two and a half hours. Recent News and Announcementswww.hydecountync.gov 1223 Main St., PO Box Swan Quarter NC 27885 (252) 926-4372 - Office (252) 926-3901 - Fax David Smitherman, Interim County Manager Public Advisory #4 Date: Wednesday, September 01, 2010, 1:30 pm Event: Hurricane Earl Media Contact: #252-926-4368 (new number for public and media inquiries) A mandatory evacuation has been issued for all visitors and residents of Ocracoke as of 5 AM on Wednesday, September 1. The hurricane watch for this area has been upgraded to a hurricane warning for mainland Hyde and Outer Banks Hyde. We are expecting 60-70 mph sustained winds in the Ocracoke area and tropical storm force wind gusts on the mainland. There is a potential 1-3 foot storm surge for Swan Quarter and Engelhard. The NC Ferry system is operating on a first-come, first -serve basis for all vehicles open to Hatteras, Swan Quarter, and Cedar Island pending road conditions in those receiving counties. Schedules and toll collections are suspended during the evacuation order. All island residents and tourists must leave today; congestion is low and weather is cooperative. Emergency services, government agencies, commercial vendors delivering essential groceries and supplies, and permanent residential traffic as indicated by purple and green stickers will be allowed on the island via air and marine traffic. The State Highway Patrol may restrict access without appropriate credentials. Before leaving, residents and guests in this area should take precautions such as moving cars and equipment to higher ground. Please pick up potential debris that could become unsecure during the storm. People with medical needs and unique situations are urged to consider their options. All Hyde County public safety services will cease after winds reach 50 mph sustained. Those seeking shelter may travel to North Pitt High School, 5659 N. Highway 11, Bethel, NC. This shelter will be open at 9 am on Wednesday, September 1. Evacuees are encouraged to register with http://safeandwell.communityos.org/cms/ with the American Red Cross. This is the only information available at this time. Please tune in to local radio 90.1 FM on the island, the National Weather Service, and local television reports. As seen in the past, hurricanes are unpredictable and can change with little notice. Residents and visitors need to remain vigilant and not let your guard down. Hyde County Emergency Services continues to review the latest weather forecasts, is coordinating with the State and nearby counties, and advising citizens on possible actions to protect themselves and their property. Further updates will be issued after the 6 pm meeting. Please make yourselves aware of the state ferry system's schedule and road conditions before making travel plans during this time and after the storm has passed. Reentry will occur when damage assessments are complete and the island is safe for all to return. Storm Basis Preparation Initial Checklist: * Check First Aid Kits/ Fire Extinguishers * Obtain medicine and prescriptions * Check and fuel vehicles and generators * Obtain cash * Make pet arrangements * Pick up loose items around the yard * Protect vulnerable portions of property * Obtain non-perishable food and water for 3+ days (5+ recommended for Ocracoke) * Obtain baby need or personal need items * Check battery powered electronics and generators * Assemble valuables and documents that cannot be replaced easily   Click for: HYDE COUNTY's COMMUNITY CALENDAR FREE Visitor's Guide to Ocracoke Island and Hyde County Mainland
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| Welcome to our Beautiful Village of Swan Quarter on the Inner Banks Coast of Hyde County, North Carolina. Design and Development by Juan Ignacio Torrent |