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Preparing for a hurricane in college
Coming to college can be a shock to most. Moving away from family, setting up a life for yourself, and creating habits that will last a lifetime. Sometimes the craziness of college can be a lot and while adjusting to your new home, unexpected events can occur that you may not be prepared for. With […]
| READ MORE: Preparing for a hurricane in collegeHow to understand the difference between a tropical storm watch and warning
What is a tropical storm? According to the National Weather Service, a tropical storm has sustained winds between 39 and 73 miles per hour. Along with wind, there is the possibility of significant rain and possible flooding if you are located in a flood-prone area. Tropical Storm Watch: conditions are favorable for a tropical storm to […]
| READ MORE: How to understand the difference between a tropical storm watch and warningHow to prepare during hurricane season
Every year in South Carolina, June 1 through November 30 marks a season critical for hurricane preparedness. Make sure you have a plan, know your area, have a kit prepared and have viable plans for everyone in your house for when disasters strike. MAKE A PLAN Having a personal safety plan in place will help […]
| READ MORE: How to prepare during hurricane seasonHow to be earthquake-ready in SC
October 21 is International ShakeOut Day, and a great time to learn how to stay safe in an earthquake. The last big earthquake in Charleston was in 1886 and was a 7.3 magnitude, but the area experienced three small quakes on Sept. 27 this year, with the largest being magnitude 3.3. Do you know what […]
| READ MORE: How to be earthquake-ready in SCBe prepared: hurricanes
Between June 1 and November 30, eyes of native and longtime residents of South Carolina turn toward the Atlantic. The Emergency Operations Center at Charleston Southern University keeps a close watch on any system that could remotely look like a hurricane. Before and during hurricane season, it’s always a good idea to brush up on […]
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