Hurricane season in South Carolina officially begins Thursday and state officials are urging residents to prepare as soon as possible. According to the South Carolina Emergency Management Division, South Carolina is one of the most vulnerable states to hurricanes and tropical storms all throughout the season, which lasts until Nov. 30.
Six coastal counties border the Atlantic Ocean. These counties have more than 200 miles of general coastline and another 21 inland counties may be directly affected by these storms. Densely populated coastal areas, especially during peak tourist seasons, coupled with the generally low coastal elevations significantly increase the state’s vulnerability.
South Carolina is expected to have a relatively normal hurricane season this year, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The agency predicts between 12 and 17 storms for the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season.
A new hurricane season is upon South Carolina once again. Check out tips from the state’s 2023 hurricane guide on how to best prepare. https://t.co/Pbtit5gaPW
— Rock Hill Herald (@RHHerald) June 1, 2023