Designating May as Hurricane Preparedness Month provides South Carolinians with ample time to take necessary precautions and stay informed about potential risks across the state.
Here is a collection of answers to some common questions that you may find helpful.
List of information relating to available resources for Beaufort County residents impacted by Hurricane Helene.
Paris Avenue from Ribaut Road to the Port Royal Town Hall is temporarily blocked off for downed power lines. Dominion Energy crews are working on
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association predicts another above-normal Atlantic hurricane season.
The Palmetto Breeze service is responsible for transporting Beaufort County residents to public shelters during a mandatory evacuation.
The American Red Cross operates shelters in the Lowcountry in the event of a natural disaster.
In the event of an enforced evacuation, the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office — along with local municipalities — will issue re-entry passes to qualified individuals
When a hurricane strikes, owners of boats and other watercraft are advised to make plans on where to store and to secure their vessels.
Preparedness is key to safely evacuating the areas in the event of a hurricane.
© Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office
