

“It will be crucial for everyone to take COVID-19 into consideration when updating their personal emergency plans. This year, residents should include COVID-19 safety precautions in every aspect of their hurricane plan. All South Carolinians should take the time this week to prepare for a potential land-falling tropical storm or hurricane by reviewing their family emergency plans, developing a disaster supply kit, reviewing insurance policies and talking with your family about what could happen during a disaster. High winds and tornadoes can cause severe damage to buildings and homes. Flooding from widespread, torrential rains is one of the most deadly and destructive hazards associated with tropical storms and hurricanes. Hurricanes and tropical storms not only threaten the coast but all areas of South Carolina. Advanced preparation and planning safeguards lives, protects property and lessens the devastating impacts of tropical storms and hurricanes. Residents, businesses and communities in South Carolina should begin preparations for the 2020 Atlantic Hurricane Season. – Governor Henry McMaster has proclaimed May 31 through June 6 to be South Carolina Hurricane Preparedness Week. South Carolina Operational Radiological Emergency Response PlanĬolumbia, S.C.Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) Reporting in South Carolina.Local Emergency Planning Committee Handbook.
