Governor Orders Coastal Evacuations Wednesday

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO )– Governor Nikki Haley has ordered Coastal evacuations, starting Wednesday for all coastal communities ahead of Hurricane Mathew.

Governor Haley says the expected evacuation time is set for 3pm, but that will be reevaluated Wednesday morning.  Haley says evacuations are starting tomorrow to ensure safety.

Lane Reversals will be activated along 1-26 Wednesday  at 3pm according to officials.

3700 law enforcement members will be on roads tomorrow assisting with evacuation process, not including the National Guard, Haley said.

Schools in coastal communities will be closed ahead of #HurricaneMatthew