SC Winter Weather Preparedness Week
November 26, 2024
Governor Henry McMaster has proclaimed that South Carolina Winter Weather Preparedness Week for 2024 will be observed December 1 through December 7, 2024.
SCEMD and Partners Agencies Monitor Edisto River
November 11, 2024
The South Carolina Emergency Management Division, in partnership with county and state agencies, closely monitors water levels along the Edisto River. Due to recent weather conditions, the river’s rising levels may affect surrounding areas.
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Gov. McMaster Declares State of Emergency to Support Response Efforts to Flash Flooding
November 7, 2024
Governor Henry McMaster today issued Executive Order 2024-33, declaring a State of Emergency to assist South Carolina's response to flooding in the eastern Midlands and portions of the Lowcountry.
Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Pickens County
November 7, 2024
A Disaster Recovery Center will open in Pickens County to provide in-person assistance to South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene.
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Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Saluda County
November 6, 2024
A Disaster Recovery Center will open in Saluda County to provide in-person assistance to South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene.
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Hurricane Helene Assistance for Survivors
November 5, 2024
President Biden declared a major disaster for South Carolina on September 29, 2024, based on the impacts of Hurricane Helene.
Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Bamberg County
November 4, 2024
A Disaster Recovery Center will open in Bamberg County to provide in-person assistance to South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene.
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Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Barnwell County
November 3, 2024
A Disaster Recovery Center will open in Barnwell County to provide in-person assistance to South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene.
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30 Days After Hurricane Helene, Recovery Continues in South Carolina
November 1, 2024
Hurricane Helene made landfall on Sept. 26, bringing destructive winds, flooding, tornadoes, and extensive damage to utility infrastructure and homes in South Carolina that evening into the following day.
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Disaster Recovery Centers Opening in Kershaw, Laurens, Orangeburg Counties
October 31, 2024
Disaster Recovery Centers will open in Kershaw, Laurens and Orangeburg counties to provide in-person assistance to South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene.
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Disaster Recovery Center Opening in York County
October 30, 2024
A Disaster Recovery Center will open in York County to provide in-person assistance to South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene.
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Disaster Recovery Center Opening in McCormick County
October 29, 2024
A Disaster Recovery Center will open in McCormick County to provide in-person assistance to South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene
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Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Fairfield County
October 28, 2024
A Disaster Recovery Center will open in Fairfield County to provide in-person assistance to South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene.
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Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Beaufort County
October 28, 2024
A Disaster Recovery Center will open in Beaufort County to provide in-person assistance to South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene.
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Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Abbeville County
October 27, 2024
A Disaster Recovery Center will open in Abbeville County to provide in-person assistance to South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene.
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Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Edgefield County
October 25, 2024
A Disaster Recovery Center will open in Edgefield County to provide in-person assistance to South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene.
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Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Hampton County
October 24, 2024
A Disaster Recovery Centers will open Hampton County to provide in-person assistance to South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene.
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Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Spartanburg County
October 23, 2024
A Disaster Recovery Center will open in Spartanburg County to provide in-person assistance to South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene.
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Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Richland County
October 23, 2024
A Disaster Recovery Center will open in Richland County to provide in-person assistance to South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene.
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Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Chester County
October 23, 2024
A Disaster Recovery Center will open in Chester County to provide in-person assistance to South Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene.
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