OUTER BANKS, N.C. — A new island on the Outer Banks is attracting tourists but officials have a warning for them.
Shelly Island is a mile-long sandbar that opened up near Cape Hatteras.
Tourists can get there from Cape Point.
[READ MORE: New island forms off North Carolina coast]
Officials are warning that visiting the island may be dangerous because of the strong currents, riptides and shells.
They recommend using the buddy system when venturing to Shelly Island.
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