Petroleum odor closes larger stretch of Outer Banks beach The Citizen 2 years ago A larger stretch of beach on the Cape Hatteras National Seashore in Buxton is closed due to petroleum odor and a sheen on the water. Source: WRAL News Share this: Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) LinkedIn Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window) WhatsApp Rip current risk can ruin beach days even with Hurricane Erin far offshoreDateAugust 19, 2025In relation toMarshallbergAt least two transported after odor reported at Johnston County assisted living facilityDateNovember 11, 2019In relation toNewsSandy Ridge Elementary students return to class after evacuating due to gas odorDateJanuary 30, 2020In relation toNews
A larger stretch of beach on the Cape Hatteras National Seashore in Buxton is closed due to petroleum odor and a sheen on the water.
