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Brunswick County Schools, Courthouse Closed Tuesday, Oct. 11
Brunswick County Public Schools and the Brunswick County Courthouse will both be closed on Tuesday, Oct. 11 as the county continues to recover from Hurricane Matthew. From Brunswick County Public Schools: The safety of our students and staff remains our top priority. Officials have been continuously monitoring conditions throughout the county. The decision to close…
Read MoreCourthouse, Brunswick Transit System Closed Monday
The Brunswick County Courthouse will be closed Monday, Oct. 10. Brunswick Transit System officials have announced BTS will also be closed on Monday.
Read MoreBrunswick County Schools CLOSED MONDAY, OCTOBER 10
Brunswick County Schools will be CLOSED for STUDENTS AND STAFF on Monday, October 10. The school system will continue to provide updates on next week’s schedule as the storm progresses.
Read MorePrepare for possibility of life-threatening flash-flooding
BOLIVIA, N.C. – The National Weather Service is warning residents that life-threatening flash flooding is possible due to conditions from Hurricane Matthew. Brunswick County is under a Flash Flood Watch through Sunday afternoon, as the area is expected to get significant rainfall and already-high water levels will affect drainage. Brunswick County issued a voluntary evacuation…
Read MoreHurricane Matthew: Brunswick County Road Closure & Shelter Map
Ways to Get Updates on Road/Traffic Conditions There are a number of ways you can get updates on road flooding in and near Brunswick County: Facebook: Leland NC Traffic Reports Facebook Group (established by concerned citizens) Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office Brunswick County Emergency Services Twitter: Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office Brunswick County Emergency Services NCDOT…
Read MoreBrunswick County Under Hurricane Warning; Life-Threatening Flooding Possible
As of the 11 a.m. advisory Hurricane Matthew’s forecast track has shifted to the north, bringing it closer to Brunswick County and Cape Fear. Brunswick County is now under a hurricane warning, meaning hurricane conditions are expected within 36 hours. This storm is expected to bring torrential rains, possibly producing life-threatening flooding. Hurricane Preparedness/Safety Tips…
Read MoreBrunswick County issues State of Emergency, voluntary evacuation; shelters to open
BOLIVIA, N.C. — Brunswick County has declared a State of Emergency, which will take effect at 6 a.m. Friday. In conjunction, Brunswick County has also issued a voluntary evacuation as of 8 a.m. for residents in unincorporated low-lying and flood-prone areas. Shelters will open at 8 a.m. at West Brunswick High School (550 Whiteville Rd.,…
Read MoreBrunswick County Schools CLOSED Friday, October 7
In order for individuals to make appropriate plans in advance of the potential impacts from Hurricane Matthew and in order to allow emergency management officials the ability to open any needed shelters, Brunswick County Schools will be closed for students and staff on Friday, October 7. Essential personnel should communicate with their immediate supervisor for…
Read MoreHurricane Matthew’s Track Shifts East, But Brunswick County Not Out of the Woods Yet
The latest forecast cone for Hurricane Matthew has shifted to the east, and it appears less likely that Brunswick County will see a landfalling hurricane. However, this does not mean we will not be impacted by Matthew, nor can we rule out a direct hit. Citizens should continue to make preparations. As Governor Pat McCrory…
Read MoreBrunswick County Commissioner Frank Williams named Chair of NCACC General Government Steering Committee
Brunswick County Commissioner Frank Williams has been appointed Chairman of the N.C. Association of County Commissioners (NCACC) General Government Steering Committee by NCACC President Fred McClure. The General Government Steering Committee studies issues dealing with the general relationship between counties and the state and federal governments, including reviewing proposed legislative goals. “Actions taken by the…
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