Town of Morehead City, Morehead City, NC Videos

Ariella Gerrig: Morehead City Fellow
Morehead City is pleased to introduce Ariella Gerrig, our new fellow through the Lead for North Carolina program through the UNC School of Government. She will be working in our finance department through June 2025. She is an East Carolina University graduate and is excited to be in Morehead City. The opinions and views detailed in this publication do not reflect the opinions or views endorsed by AmeriCorps.

Tropical Storm Debby
11:50 a.m. Update: The area is under a Flash Flood Warning until 2:45 p.m. on August 8th. As Morehead City and the surrounding area experiences heavy rain and gusty wind from Tropical Storm Debby, please anticipate the potential for flooded roads. Remember, turn around, don’t drown. You should never drive through standing water.

MCFD: Sirens and Lights, Move Right
Hear sirens and see lights? Pull right and stop to make way for emergency responders, like Morehead City Fire-EMS. These safety protocols can help emergency responders get to a scene quickly, while also avoiding an accident of your own. - When you see red lights or hear sirens, safely pull to the right side of the road. - Stop completely to allow the emergency vehicle to pass. - Remain stopped until the emergency vehicle has passed. - Always stay alert and aware of your surroundings. - Do not block intersections when stopping for emergency vehicles. - Resume driving only when it's safe and clear. Keep an eye to see if the emergency responders are making a turn and give them wide berth when you do resume driving.

MCPD Hurricane Preparedness
When a tropical storm or hurricane is approaching the area, please be mindful of guidance from area officials, especially when it comes to States of Emergency, and evacuation or curfew notices. Sgt. Pittman with the Morehead City Police Department goes over several safety measures in this installment of our hurricane preparedness series.

MCFD Hurricane Preparedness
Don't wait until a tropical storm or hurricane is heading toward Carteret County to prepare - assemble your hurricane kit in advance. Visit our website for a full list of hurricane preparedness information: www.moreheadcitync.org/298/Hurricane-Preparedness

Thank you to the Atlantic Beach Fire Department for joining Morehead City Fire-EMS on a call July 23rd to rescue three individuals who were stuck in the marsh of Calico Creek. The three children/young teenagers were safely removed and checked out by MCFD as a precaution. Someone else in the area placed the emergency call around 5:30 p.m., and within 20 minutes all three individuals were safely returned to 20th street. Morehead City Police Officers were also on hand for traffic control. This video was taken after a young female was returned to dry land, and shows two young men waiting to be removed from the area.

Morehead City Picnic Shelter Reservations
Morehead City Parks and Recreation has made it easier for you to reserve picnic shelters at two of our most popular parks, or to check their availability. New signage at Shevans and Rotary parks highlight which shelters may be reserved, and which are first-come, first-served. Watch our video, then visit our website to reserve a picnic shelter for your upcoming event! www.moreheadcitync.org/249/Parks-Recreation

MCFD Now Hiring: Firefighter-Paramedic
Morehead City Fire-EMS is now hiring a Firefighter-Paramedic: Apply soon for your opportunity to join a great department! The salary range for a Firefighter-Paramedic with MCFD is $69,864-$97,810, and the City provides a comprehensive benefits package. You can find full details and apply online at www.moreheadcitync.org/jobs

Hurricane Preparedness: NWS - Newport/Morehead City
We are one month into the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season, and there have already been several named storms. Are you prepared for others that may come our way? In this video, Erik Heden, Warning Coordination Meteorologist with the US National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC, gives an overview of this season's forecast, and other important details to keep in mind. Remember, if we do have a tropical storm or hurricane heading our way, please get your information from official sources. This includes the NWS, the NOAA NWS National Hurricane Center, Morehead City's official online outlets (such as this page), and area news media, including WCTI News 12, WITN-TV, WNCT-TV and the Carteret County News-Times.

Morehead City: Prepare your hurricane kit
Hurricane season is underway, and we encourage you to start preparations now. Don't wait until a storm is heading our way - assemble your emergency kit today. Visit our website for details on hurricane preparedness: www.moreheadcitync.org/298/Hurricane-Preparedness

Morehead City Fire-EMS is Now Hiring
Morehead City Fire-EMS is now hiring a Firefighter-Paramedic: Apply soon for your opportunity to join this great department. The salary range for a Firefighter-Paramedic with MCFD is $69,864-$97,810, and the City provides a comprehensive benefits package. You can find full details and apply online at www.moreheadcitync.org/jobs

Big Rock 2024 Recap - Morehead City
Thank you to everyone who helped make The Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament a success along the Morehead City waterfront! This includes the Morehead City Police Department, Morehead City Fire-EMS and other staff, Big Rock organizers, the fishermen, Make-A-Wish Eastern North Carolina and everyone who came to watch.

Big Rock 2024: Day 1
Ready to relive the first day of The Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament in less than sixty seconds? Experience the excitement all over again and count how many times you can see Morehead City Police Department in the event footprint.

MCPD: National Donut Day
Have you ever wondered why police officers and donuts are often associated? Back in the day, donut shops were open longer hours than other establishments, which meant they were ideal for officers who needed a bite during night shift, but also made them prone to robberies. They realized it was cheaper to give officers free donuts, coffee and a place to work on their reports, than to hire security. Happy National Donut Day from the Morehead City Police Department!

MCPD End of School 2024
As another academic year wraps up, our School Resource Officers with the Morehead City Police Department share a brief message for the teachers, school staff, students and their families. In addition, please remember to drive carefully in the vicinity of West Carteret High School on Friday, June 7th, as there will be increased traffic due to graduation. The parking lot will open to ticket holders at 4:30 p.m., and everyone is encouraged to factor extra time into their commute. Congratulations to all of the graduates!

Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament Preview: 2024
The Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament is underway June 7th-16th in Morehead City! You'll see Morehead City staff working hard along the event footprint, as well as throughout the entire city during this timeframe, to ensure it is safe and clean for everyone. In this video, event organizers talk about what to expect from this year's tournament, and how city staff works alongside them to make it possible. We encourage you drive carefully, be aware of increased pedestrian traffic downtown and welcome everyone to our community.

Hurricane Preparedness: MCFD Hurricane Kit
Hurricane Season begins June 1st, and we encourage you to start preparations now. Don't wait until a storm is heading our way - assemble your emergency kit today. Visit our website for details on hurricane preparedness: www.moreheadcitync.org/298/Hurricane-Preparedness

MCFD: In Case of Emergency phone details
Morehead City Fire-EMS encourages everyone to have the In Case of Emergency details, known as ICE, filled out on your phone. This critical information can be utilized from your lock screen by first responders in the event of an emergency. This feature is available for both iPhone and Android users and can make a real difference when our team is responding in your time of need.

2024 Battle of the Badges Winner
Thank you to all who donated at the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive on May 9th! Today, Kristin Willis with the American Red Cross announced the winner of the votes cast, along with the number of units collected to help those in our community. It was an extremely close contest, with one team winning by just four votes - was it Team Blue (Morehead City Police Department) or Team Red (Morehead City Fire-EMS) that was crowned the winner of the inaugural event? Watch our video to find out!

MCPD Special Olympics Torch Run 2024
On Tuesday, May 7th, members of the Morehead City Police Department and other neighboring agencies, to include the NC State Highway Patrol, and Beaufort, Pine Knoll Shores and Newport Police departments, participated in the Law Enforcement Special Olympics Torch Run. The group began at MCPD, at 300 N. 12th Street, and continued along Arendell Street to the western end of Morehead City. It was a collaborative effort, between those carrying the torch and running, to other officers helping to direct traffic. This is an awareness event for the NC Special Olympics and is one way our department supports this initiative.