The closure of N.C. 12 near Rodanthe is significantly impacting transportation in Dare County, North Carolina. Residents and travelers are advised to avoid the area as floodwaters have rendered the highway impassable. The ongoing coastal storm is also causing dangerous high surf, beach erosion, and additional flooding risks in the Outer Banks region. These conditions pose a threat to both property and safety, particularly for those attempting to navigate the affected areas. Officials have emphasized the dangers of driving through floodwaters or bypassing barricades, which could lead to life-threatening situations.