Hurricane Preparedness
Preparing for a Storm
Beaufort County Sheriff’s office recommends signing up for NIXLE. This service sends information from the department.
SCEMD South Carolina Hurricane Guide
Watch the 2024 Hurricane Preparedness Meeting with Col Baxley
Lowcountry Oldies - Local Radio - Links and Information
Click here for the latest briefing from the NWS Get details here: https://www.weather.gov/chs/
The National Hurricane Center: https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/index.shtml
- Report power loss to your power company: Dominion Energy 888-333-4465
- If you see any displaced wildlife, please call security at 843-838-2334, and they will contact Heather Pickens, Wildlife Management.
- Please tune in to your local tv stations: WTOC, WJCL or WSAV, or your local radio stations: 104.9, 98.7, 99.1, 103.1 and 106.5, or the National Weather Service or Hurricane Center for the latest information.
Related Documents
DHEC’s guide to Returning Home is a great resource for after the storm.
Beaufort County suggests that you monitor NIXLE. This is a system they use to send out updates you will need to sign up for it.
During these unprecedented times, it is important to remember: Disasters Won’t Wait. Hurricanes can pose a serious threat to both your life and property. These natural disasters produce winds ranging from 74 to 200 miles per hour. A storm with that much power can cause catastrophic damage and severe flooding. Weather can be unpredictable, so it’s vital to have a hurricane safety plan in place for your businesses, your home and your family.
FEMA and NOAA can’t predict what will be the next named hurricane to impact the mid-Atlantic. It’s important that you plan a safe evacuation route that will take you 20 to 50 miles inland. Contact your local emergency management office or American Red Cross chapter and ask for the community’s emergency preparedness plan. In addition, take the time to discuss your plan with any family members, friends, or coworkers so that everyone is on the same page if a natural disaster happens to strike.
We also strongly encourage you to follow the local news outlets and the National Weather Service (Please see the following links). In the event of a Tropical Storm and/or Hurricane you can expect to hear from your FIPOA Staff with regular updates via email.
Beaufort Co Sheriff's Office Hurricane Hotline: 1-833-254-6400