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.
During natural disasters or other state of emergency events, price-gouging can occur. “Price-gouging” refers to businesses that charge exorbitant prices for necessities due to an
Hurricane evacuations and other severe weather events can be unsettling. That’s why it important to go straight to the source for severe weather updates.
© Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office
