This week, crews set up a fully functional mobile “base camp,” a self-sustaining hub designed to support emergency operations during large-scale disasters.
This program provides training to Beaufort County residents to enhance their self-sufficiency in the event of a disaster.
Forecasters say one to two inches of snow are possible, along with single-digit wind chills, dangerous travel conditions, and hazardous seas.
Beaufort County is expected to experience below-freezing temperatures Sunday night into Monday morning. Forecasts call for temperatures in the lower to mid-20s.
Residents are encouraged to take precautions now and share this information with anyone who may need assistance during the freezing temperatures.
Here is a collection of answers to some common questions that you may find helpful.
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.
