2011 Hurricane Guide

Swimmers, boaters told to stay away from water as Irene approaches

Emergency officials warned boaters and swimmers in Beaufort County and other coastal communities in the Carolinas to stay on land today and Saturday as Hurricane Irene marches toward the U.S. mainland. (full story)

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