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• Governor McMaster Recognizes August as Emergency Management Awareness Month Governor Henry McMaster has proclaimed August as Emergency Management Awareness Month in South Carolina, recognizing the dedicated professionals who work year-round to help keep communities safe before, during, and after disasters.
• Build Your Emergency Kit While Saving During South Carolina's Tax Free Weekend South Carolina’s annual Tax Free Weekend begins Friday, Aug. 7, and continues through Sunday, Aug. 9, giving residents an opportunity to save money while preparing for emergencies.
• Gov. McMaster, SCEMD Host Hurricane Preparedness Tabletop Exercise Governor Henry McMaster and the South Carolina Emergency Management Division hosted a tabletop exercise focused on hurricane preparedness, response, and recovery operations.