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State of Emergency Declared in Charleston

A COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) –A state of emergency has been declared in Charleston because of approaching Hurricane Matthew. The ordinance approved late Thursday by city council says Charleston is threatened by a hurricane that could result in vast damage or destruction to both commercial and residential buildings. Council passed two other ordinances, including one outlawing price gouging in the event…

Governor Announces Evacuation of Georgetown & Horry Areas

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – As Hurricane Matthew continues to threaten the southeastern United States, Governor Nikki Haley today ordered an evacuation of coastal areas in and around Horry and Georgetown, South Carolina. Residents and visitors in certain parts of Horry and Georgetown Counties should begin evacuating no later than 12 p.m. today, Thursday, October 6. To verify whether you are located in an…