
Prepare for freezing temperatures: Cold weather shelters to open Sunday
Beaufort County is expected to experience below-freezing temperatures Sunday night into Monday morning. Forecasts call for temperatures in the lower to mid-20s.

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.

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.