Multiple homes collapsed into the Atlantic Ocean off of North Carolina's Outer Banks on Tuesday.

At least six homes in Buxton collapsed into the water after a day of rough surf brought by Hurricanes Humberto and Imelda churning offshore. In total, 18 Hatteras Island homes have fallen into the sea since 2020.

The Buxton Civic Association hopes this can be a turning point in the future of stabilizing the area. Beach nourishment and a jetty repair are expected in 2026.

“It's awful, something that I think we all knew we might see one day, but there was a big part of us that hoped it wouldn't actually happen," said Heather Jennette, with the Buxton Civic Association.

"I think it has to be some sort of turning point, either, you know, a recognition that it's too late for these homes, but we'

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