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This proclamation closes the following areas in Carteret County: Bogue Sound, Newport River, North River, Whitehurst Creek, Sleepy Creek, and Nelson Bay.
Effective Date: Shellfish Temporary Closures effective at 8:00 a.m., Monday, April 27, 2026.
Issued Date: 4/27/2026
Counties Affected: Carteret