History teaches that a lack of hurricane awareness and preparation are common threads among all major hurricane disasters. By knowing your vulnerability and what actions you should take, you can reduce the effects of a hurricane disaster.
Hurricane hazards come in many forms, including storm surge, heavy rainfall, inland flooding, high winds, tornadoes, and rip currents. The National Weather Service is responsible for protecting life and property through issuance of timely watches and warnings, but it is essential that your family be ready before a storm approaches. Furthermore, mariners should be aware of special safety precautions when confronted with a hurricane.
- Hurricane Preparedness PSAs by NOAA.gov
- NOAA Education resources
- NOAA Hurricane Center
- FEMA Ready
- American Red Cross
- Weather Channel
- SC Hurricane Awareness Plan and Prepare guide
- SC Hurricane Preparedness Guide 2012 - Includes a map of South Carolina with evacuation routes clearly marked.
- South Carolina Climatology Office hurricane information - Includes a page of information on hurricanes affecting South Carolina since 1870
- SCDHEC Hurricane page
- Weather, Tides, and Storms by SCIWAY
Charleston and Coast
- Hurricane history for Charleston, South Carolina
- Charleston County Hurricane guide
- Charleston City guide