Emergency Information

Ready Lowcountry is an effort to localize the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) National Ready Campaign.

Ready Lowcountry will help individuals, families, businesses and children in the community prepare for all types of emergencies and to take care of themselves in the event of a disaster by encouraging everyone to just take these steps:

1.   Get a kit of emergency supplies
2.   Make a plan of what you will do
3.   Be informed about what might happen
4.   Get involved in preparing your community

Having a plan and the tools in place to make it on your own for a period of time can be crucial!

To help everyone take these steps to get prepared, we will continue to organize various events and training throughout the year. Click here for Upcoming Events

Charleston County Hurricane Preparedness Guide
 
Latest forecast and tropical storm information
 S.C. Hurricane Guide: in English and en Espanol
 

					In a major disaster, it might be several days before vital services are restored. Charleston County is exposed to a wide variety of hazards, both natural and man-made. Earthquakes, severe storms, power outages, and acts of terrorism are just some of the potential emergencies we may encounter. Imagine that you have no electricity, no gas, no water and no telephone service. Imagine that all the businesses are closed and you are without any kind of emergency services. What will you do until help arrives? Click on the buttons to the left to find out how you can prepare yourself and your family for an emergency.
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