Town of Oak Island Update: READ FULL DECLARATION The mandatory evacuation for all non-residents (short-term renters, guests) is still in place, and no new short-term rentals are allowed in the following area: All areas west of SE 40th Street on Beach Drive, Dolphin Drive, Pelican Drive, Kings Lynn Drive and the side streets connecting to them (the Restricted Area).
Residents and property owners within the Restricted Area may enter into the Restricted Area upon proof of residency/ownership and presentation of a photo ID to the appropriate officials manning the checkpoints located at Middleton Avenue and/or SE 40th Street.
The CURFEW within the Restricted Area is between the hours of 8:00 PM and 6:00 AM until further notice.
Residents and property owners may resume occupancy in the following area: Pelican Drive and Dolphin Drive between Middleton Avenue and SE 58th Street and all side streets connecting to them. Utility services are not guaranteed in this area. The boil water advisory is still in effect for this area.
Utilities are being restored, but interruptions are possible. The first phase crews are working on is Middleton to SE 58th; the second phase will be Middleton to the west end. We do not have a timeline for when all services will be restored in these areas. Both of these phases include all side streets.
Property managers and rental agencies should contact Development Services about accessing properties they manage if they have not already done so.
Contractors who need to work in the Restricted Area must obtain prior written approval from the Town’s Development Services Department located at 4601 East Oak Island Drive, Oak Island, North Carolina (910) 278-5024.
The beach remains CLOSED from SE 40th Street to the west end of the island.
City of Southport Police Department Storm Update:
• City State of Emergency still stands
• Curfew in place to assure safety & protection
• Officers have conducted damage assessments Citywide - still monitoring for damages
• Waterfront Corridor remains CLOSED to the public, workers are allowed in the area.
• Yacht Basin Dr & Brunswick Streets remained CLOSED to the public, workers permitted
• The Southport Marina remains CLOSED to the public. Workers are permitted.
• SPD remains in storm ops mode with added manpower to each shift assuring protection measure and call response
• Chief continues to meet daily with NWS, City Command Staff, and others with regards to storm operations moving forward
City continues operations at our Emergency Operations Center at Fire Headquarters.
If you have any questions our office number if staffed 24/7 • 910-457-7911 or call our E.O.C. at 910-457-7915
NOTE: We still have power outages across the City, crews are working to restore. Watch for downed lines and hazards in all you do. Wether traveling or cleaning up around your yard - LOOK FOR LINES. Trees are being cleared from City streets however lots of limbs remain hanging and can be dangerous. BE AWARE OF YOUR SURROUNDINGS
City of Southport Extends Restrictions to End of 2020: "Southport is under a Declaration of a State of Emergency which was issued on March 20, 2020. It is my recommendation that we continue our State of Emergency through the remainder of 2020. This is being done for the continued safety of our citizens and to slow the spread of COVID-19".
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Promotion Opportunity for Southport Businesses and Market Vendors ONLY:
If you are a Southport business or a Wednesday Market Vendor you are eligible for extra marketing from the City of Southport. The City is launching a Southport Safe program similar to the Chamber's Southport-Oak Island Promise and the statewide program Count on Me NC. This promotion is limited to the merchants and restaurants located within the Southport City limits who take the "Southport Safe Pledge". The Southport Virtual Merchant Showcase and will launch September 4th on the City of Southport's Website. It is FREE but limited to the first 50 businesses who sign up before 8/14. If your business has participated in the Wednesday Market you may be eligible for the Showcase.
Southport retail merchants and restaurants within the city limits who are interested in participating in the Shop/Dine Southport Safe Program should visit the Merchant Info Portal or contact Randy Jones, Southport Director of Tourism and Public Information, at rjones@cityofsouthport.com. Interested Market vendors should contact Karen Rife, DSI at krife@downtownsouthport.com or (910) 279-4616.
