C’mon Irene

Beachgoers and surfers flocked to the Rodanthe Beach on Hatteras Island in the Outer Banks of NC on Wednesday, August 24, 2011 as waves surged ahead of an anticipated arrival of Hurricane Irene. Mandatory evacuations for residents and visitors were expected to be announced for the following day. (Reza Marvashti / The Free Lance-Star)

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