May 3, 2024

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In an effort to identify potential sources of lead in public drinking water systems, the Environmental Protection Agency is requiring that all public water systems across the US document the materials of every water service line connected to the water system. This includes the water system-owned service lines from the water main to the meter and the customer-owned water service lines from the meter to the house or building. The Town of Kill Devil Hills has predominately plastic tubing water service lines and has some older homes with copper water service lines. While the Town can document that service lines are either plastic or copper, we still are required to document the customer-owned portion of the service lines and their material makeup. This is the line that runs from the water meter at the property line into the home or business. The most common customer-side service line material is PVC, but some older homes may have copper, galvanized steel, or potentially lead if the home was built before 1988. Please help us by completing the short survey with as much information as you can. If you’re unsure, that’s okay, let us know that too! Any customer-owned lines we are unable to identify the material of will have to be categorized as ‘unknown-unlikely lead’ or ‘unknown-likely lead’ on the survey based on the age of the home.

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Please help us by completing the short survey, before September 1, 2024. If you own, lease, or manage multiple properties in Kill Devil Hills, please complete one survey for each property. Your input is important and we thank you for your time!

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National Hurricane Preparedness Week:

May 5 - 11, 2024

As we approach the Atlantic hurricane season—which officially begins on June 1, 2024—it's crucial to remember the importance of being prepared for potential storms that may impact our area.

The best time to prepare is before hurricane season begins. Avoid having to rush through potentially life-saving preparations by waiting until it’s too late. The Town of Kill Devil Hills encourages everyone to take some time this week - Hurricane Preparedness Week - to prepare.

It only takes one storm to change your life and community.

The best time to prepare for hurricanes is BEFORE hurricane season begins. Avoid having to rush through potentially life-saving preparations by waiting until it’s too late. Get your disaster supplies while the shelves are still stocked, and get that insurance checkup early, as flood insurance requires a 30-day waiting period.

Know Your Risk: If you live in or own property within Kill Devil Hills, you’re potentially at risk of being impacted by storm surge and flooding. Visit our website, www.kdhnc.com/1070/Flood-Information, to check your flood zone, view flood maps and find additional information about how you can reduce the risk of flood damages.

Insure Your Home and Document Possessions: Whether you rent or own your home, it’s imperative to ensure your property and belongings are adequately insured against wind, hail and flood damage—even if you aren’t located within a flood zone. Remember that it typically takes 30 days for wind and flood damage policies to take effect. For more information on flood insurance, visit www.FloodSmart.gov. Take the time to document your possessions: photos, serial numbers, or anything else that you may need to provide your insurance company when filing a claim.

Create an Emergency Plan: Develop a personal plan with family members and other housemates that includes the evacuation route you will take, what vehicle(s) you will use, where you will meet and where you will stay. Ensure everyone in your household knows what to do in case of an emergency. Be sure to account for your pets. Click here to access a template to create your plan.

Build an Emergency Kit: Stock up on essential supplies, such as a three-day supply per person of non-perishable food, as well as water, medications, personal hygiene items, flashlights, batteries, solar-powered cell phone chargers or fully charged power banks, a portable radio, cash and change, a first aid kit, pet supplies and important family documents. Click here to access a detailed list of recommended supplies.

Sign Up for the Special Medical Needs Registry: Some members of our community are particularly vulnerable before, during and after storms occur, including the elderly and individuals with disabilities. Those who may require assistance with evacuation or preparations are encouraged to sign up for Dare County’s Special Medical Needs Registry. For more information and to sign up, visit www.DareNC.gov/SpecialNeeds.

Obtain a 2024 Reentry Permit: In order to enter Dare County following a mandatory evacuation that has been issued to ensure public safety, individuals must present a valid ID showing a Dare County address, or a current reentry permit (along with a valid corresponding ID), and follow a staged reentry process. For more detailed information—and to obtain your 2024 reentry permit— visit www.DareNC.gov/Reentry.

Register to Receive Emergency Alerts: All Kill Devil Hills residents, visitors and property owners should sign up to receive customized emergency alerts—including severe weather watches and warnings, public safety and emergency-related warnings, countywide evacuation orders and other time-critical notifications—by visiting www.OBXAlerts.com.

For more information on hurricanes and hurricane safety, visit ready.gov/hurricanes or email emergencymanagement@kdhnc.com.

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Responses Needed for Short Survey

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National Hurricane Preparedness Week:

May 5 - 11, 2024

It only takes one storm to change your life and community.

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