Seagull Says: Rolling in hotter than a Corolla driveway at 2 p.m.

🌊 TODAY’S TIDE (Weather + Surf Report)

• 🌞Weather

  It’s a classic OBX Friday: 90°, humidity just shy of a full meltdown, and a UV index that practically hisses. Winds from the south at 9 mph might give your ponytail a dramatic flair. Tonight’s low is 77° with clear skies, perfect for spotting the waxing crescent moon—or arguing with your family over dinner reservations.

  Weekend Peek:
  Spoiler: It’s gonna be hot, sunny, and just breezy enough to convince you that hauling a beach tent was worth it.

  ☀️ Saturday: 89°, sunshine, and a light SSW breeze at 11 mph. Wear SPF or be mistaken for a tomato by lunch.

  🌤️ Sunday: 89° again with a chance of a late-day shower or thunderstorm, but let’s be honest—those clouds might just be dramatic and do nothing.

  Evenings all weekend drop into the upper 70s, with enough humidity to give your beach hair some... texture. Keep the citronella nearby and your patience closer.

• 🏄‍♂️ Surf Report
  If you’re chasing waves today, aim for low/incoming tide around 2-ish—grab the big board and expect a bumpy ride. Onshore winds will keep things messy, but hey, it’s wet and it beats sweating onshore.

  Weekend wave watch:
  Saturday’s bringing 2–3 footers around noon, and Sunday’s best shot is early morning. Not perfect, but surfable—especially if your other option is shopping for souvenirs.

📰 HEADLINES + CHATTER

Heat, holes, headlines. You know the drill—read now, hydrate later.

• 💥 Fatal Collision in Waves
  Tragedy struck NC 12 in Waves when an 84-year-old driver crossed the centerline and collided head-on with another vehicle. One fatality reported. Our thoughts are with the families affected.

• ⛏️ Duck’s Deep Hole Warning
  Someone managed to dig an absolute crater on the beach—during a heat advisory. The Town of Duck posted a pic and a PSA: this isn’t a sandcastle, it’s a hazard. Don’t be that guy.

• 🦐 Shrimp Trawling Ban Shut Down
  The NC House officially tossed the proposed shrimp trawling ban overboard. A big win for the fishing community—but no one’s ready to say the fight’s over yet.

• 🚨 Emergency Response at Avalon Pier
  A 19-year-old male was pulled from the ocean near Avalon Pier and airlifted to the hospital after being found floating face down. Quick action from local rescue teams made all the difference. No further updates yet.

• 💧 Swimming Advisory Lifted
  Good news: the water at Croatan Sound (near Manteo) is back in the safe zone. Officials lifted the advisory posted last week after retesting confirmed it’s all clear.

• 🔥 Heat Advisory Update
  In case you missed the sweat dripping off your elbow—yep, the heat advisory’s still on. Temps feel like 109°. Your car’s steering wheel may now be classified as a small furnace.

🎟️ WEEKEND EVENTS

From farmer’s markets to foam parties (okay, beer miles), here’s your weekend rundown—because planning around beach naps is an OBX sport.

📍THE BEAK OF APPROVAL

🧂 Outer Banks Salt Cave – Breathe Deep, Then Deeper

If your sinuses, stress levels, or general vibe need a reset, this tucked-away wellness haven in Kill Devil Hills might be your new favorite excuse to "run errands." Think: Himalayan salt, zero responsibilities, and a nap you can totally call “therapy.”

📍Outer Banks Salt Cave | 3723 N Croatan Hwy, Kitty Hawk

Because sometimes you need to step out of the humidity and into a pink-lit salt chamber of calm.

🚨 CRIME + SAFETY CORNER

New digs, hot cars (literally), and a meth charge—just your typical Friday in paradise.

• 🏢 Kitty Hawk Police Move Into New HQ
  After years in a flood-prone former post office, Kitty Hawk PD finally upgraded to a proper station near the U.S. 158/N.C. 12 intersection. The seagull gives it 5 stars for being less soggy.

• 🔥 Vehicle Fire at Midway Intersection
  A car was fully engulfed in flames near the turning lane into Manteo from Mann’s Harbor. No word on what caused it, but we’re guessing someone ignored their check engine light just a little too long.

• 👮 And because it wouldn’t be a Friday without a couple mugshots...

  • Ernest Lee Nogle got scooped up on a writ.

  • Ashley Nicole Staton was charged with possession of meth. Not exactly sunscreen and flip-flops.

    

    This section is sponsored by Southern Oak Artisan

⛱️ VACAY OR STAY

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📍863 Ivory Court, Corolla | 💰$865,000

Oh—and you’re less than a mile from the beach. Go ahead and add “Corolla content creator” to your résumé.

🌊 VACAY: Kokomo Cottage – Wild Horses & Wi-Fi

This 2-bed, 1-bath slice of serenity in Swan Beach is only steps from the ocean—and the local celebrity horses. Kokomo is what happens when off-grid meets just-connected-enough: smart TVs, outdoor shower, alfresco BBQ space, and a deck built for sunsets and cold drinks. Bonus: it’s one of Airbnb’s most-loved stays, and 4WD is required, so only the adventurous apply.

📍Swan Beach Cottage, Corolla, NC

Bring your beach towels, pack your “beach sodas,” and prepare to vibe where the wild things roam.

🕵️‍♀️ HEARD AROUND, IN, OVER, or UNDER THE DUNES

The heat’s high, the gossip’s hotter. Here’s what washed ashore:

• 🌭 A Corolla visitor tried to microwave hot dogs on the beach using a solar oven and got mad when they didn’t “grill.” Ma’am, that’s not how any of this works.

• 🐴 A family swears they saw a wild horse wink at them. The seagull says it was probably a fly, but we’ll let them have their Disney moment.

🔗 QUICK LINKS

• ⛴️Ferry Schedule – You can’t teleport to the Outer Banks (yet), so here’s how to float your way here the old-fashioned way.

• 🐾OBX SPCA Pet of the Week (more like every 10 days): This two-year-old tabby queen is all about the snuggles, the sass, and a solid chat. Esme’s favorite pastime? Telling you about her day—and then immediately curling up in your lap. She’s sweet, social, and very ready for her forever home.

• 🌊Live Surf Cams – For “checking the surf,” but really just spying on beach traffic and seeing who already claimed your favorite spot.

• 💬Submit a Tip or Event – Got a hot lead, weird sighting, or something the seagulls should be squawking about? Slide it our way.

🧂FINAL PEEP FROM THE PERCH

If you're reading this, you're already smarter than whoever dug that crater in Duck. Stay cool, stay hydrated, and forward this to your favorite beach buddy who needs a weekend game plan (or a reason to gossip about horses).

The seagull will be back Monday—unless the Wi-Fi at Kokomo is too good.

Sign up. Stay salty. Be nosy.