Florence

SC Governor requests Federal disaster declaration in preparation for possible Florence impact

COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster days he has submitted to President Donald Trump a request for a federal emergency declaration in anticipation of the possible impact from Hurricane Florence. In an update Sunday, The governor says he is requesting the availability of federal resources should the storm make landfall in South Carolina. This request, if approved would…

Impact from Florence being felt in waters off Myrtle Beach

Myrtle Beach, S.C. (WPDE) — Grand Strand beaches were at moderate risk for rip currents Saturday, due to Florence. Officials with the National Weather Service expect that to change, by Sunday. Water rescue officials advise beach-goers to use caution if planning a trip to the beach over the next few days. “We’re keeping in close contact with the National Weather…

SC Governor declares State of Emergency to Prepare for potential impact of Florence

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster on Saturday declared a State of Emergency to Prepare for the potential from Florence. The governor, along with the S.C. Emergency Management Division, has urged South Carolinians to prepare for the possibility of Florence impacting the state. The executive order enables all state agencies to coordinate resources in preparation for Florence, say…

SC EMD officials monitoring Hurricane Florence

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–The South Carolina Emergency Management Division says it is monitoring Hurricane Florence. According to SC EMD, forecasters say the storm could affect the East Coast next week. SC EMD says local and state agencies have been notified to be ready to respond, if the need arises. According to the EMD Director, “We’re watching Hurricane Florence very closely and…