The wild Banker horses of North Carolina’s Outer Banks have survived storms for centuries and instinctively know how to protect themselves. As Hurricane Erin approaches, experts say the horses will naturally head to high ground, gather in groups, and turn “butts to the wind” to brace against gusts.

On Monday at 5:10 p.m. the NWS Newport/Morehead City NC issued a tropical cyclone statement in effect until Tuesday at 1:15 a.m. The statement is for East Carteret, Northern Outer Banks, Ocracoke Island and Hatteras Island.

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