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Residents of Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands are invited to share their perspectives as part of a new research project examining how local connections influence views on coastal adaptation strategies.
The survey, led by researchers at North Carolina State University, focuses on communities from Rodanthe to Ocracoke and aims to better understand how residents’ experiences and ties to the southern Outer Banks shape their preferences for addressing storm-related flooding. It is a follow-up survey to a survey islanders may have taken about a year and a half ago.
Researchers say the input will help provide a more complete picture of how communities view potential solutions, particularly as Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands continue to face challenges from erosion, overwash and coastal flooding.
The project is funded by the National Science Foundation and is intended for research purposes only, with no financial profit generated.
Community participation is considered a key component of the study, as responses will help inform ongoing discussions about resilience and long-term planning along the Outer Banks.
The survey takes approximately 10 to 15 minutes to complete and is open to residents and others with ties to the Outer Banks.
The survey is available online at:
https://ncsu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ePXkH5TKvGT5DWC
Residents can also access the survey by scanning the QR code included on the project flier below.
