November 30, 2009, marked the official end of the 2009 Atlantic Hurricane Season. We are thankful for a quieter than usual hurricane season, but the fact remains disasters are not limited to hurricanes or a specific time of year - they can occur anytime, anywhere. Winter weather, increased holiday traveling, and holiday fire safety are opportunities to focus on personal preparedness.

Emergency preparedness is everyone's responsibility. Everyone is encouraged to learn how to prepare their family, home and business for all types of emergencies including natural and man-made disasters.

Four simple steps can help YOU Be Ready:

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

Everyone should have an emergency plan and be prepared to take of themselves for at least the first 72 hours after a disaster.

Ready Lowcountry is a partnership with the National Ready Campaign to provide local information, free resources and education, which you can utilize throughout the year to help prepare for all types of hazards.

Click on the buttons below to find out how you can prepare yourself and your family for an emergency. Click here for Upcoming Events

The winter holidays are a time for family, friends and fun... but don't let the hustle and bustle of the season take away your attention to safety.

Keep your holidays happy by following these simple safety tips!

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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