Quick, local-friendly checklists and trusted links for hurricanes, power outages, and severe weather.
Dorchester County Emergency Management
500 N Main St
Summerville, SC
Phone: 843-832-0341
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm
Berkeley County Emergency Management
223 N Live Oak Dr
Moncks Corner, SC
Phone: 843-719-4040
Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30am–5pm
If you are not in an evacuation zone, you are usually safest staying home. Only evacuate if local officials recommend it for your area.
Plan for one gallon of water per person per day for at least three days.
Never run generators indoors or in garages. Keep them at least 20 feet from your home and away from windows.
If refrigerated food has been above 40°F for more than two hours, throw it out. When in doubt, toss it.
Have food, water, meds, leash, crate, and vaccination records ready. Never leave pets outside during storms.
Follow updates from your county emergency management office and local news for shelter openings.
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