Horry County Emergency Management

06/01/2026

06/01/2026

Today marks the start of the Official Atlantic Hurricane Season.

Remember to prepare before any storms are in our forecast, and take each storm system seriously.

You can get prepared by viewing the Horry County Hurricane Guide here: https://www.horrycountysc.gov/departments/emergency-management/hurricanes/know-your-zone/

The season runs until November 30, 2026.

05/30/2026

The official Atlantic Hurricane Season starts on Monday, June 1, 2026.

Preparing before a storm is in the forecast is the key to giving you the best chance to weather any impacts.

05/27/2026

Ensuring you can receive emergency alerts is an important step in getting prepared.

You can sign up for Horry County emergency alerts via CodeRED here: https://accountportal.onsolve.net/horrycountysc

Are you receiving emergency alerts?
Don’t rely on just one source. Sign up for Emergency Alerts, keep a NOAA Weather Radio nearby, enable weather app notifications, and stay tuned to local TV and radio. Text and email alerts plus checking in with family and friends can also keep you informed. Stay connected.

05/23/2026

The Horry County unified command structure is in place for the third time this month, this time in support of Memorial Day Weekend operations.

Our team appreciates the close partnership with Horry County Police Department, Horry County Fire Rescue, Horry County 911, Horry County Sheriff's Office, and the many municipal and state agencies.

Day and night is hard at work.

05/23/2026

🏖 Here's a look at the rip current risk across the Southeast. Moderate rip risk will linger for our area through Memorial Day, as a decent SE swell will create numerous rip currents. Wrightsville Beach is flying red flags today, and Kure Beach has already reported a few rescues this morning. With holiday weekend crowds heading to the beach, we want people to be on guard if they plan on going into the water. weather.gov/ilm/ripcurrents

05/21/2026

A below-normal hurricane season prediction does not mean below-normal preparation required.

It takes just one storm to define a season, and as such, preparation should carry over season after season.

Hurricane season officially begins June 1, 2026.

05/21/2026

June 1 marks the beginning of Atlantic hurricane season!

Every household has different needs in an emergency. Update your emergency supplies now and make sure your kit includes items for children, older adults, pets and anyone who may need medication or medical equipment during a storm.

05/19/2026

There’s heat and then there’s extreme heat.

Extreme heat can stress the body quickly. If extreme heat watches or warnings are issued, be sure to take steps to stay cool.

🌡️Follow these safety tips for beating the extreme heat
💻 heat.gov/event/2026-heat-safety-week-social-media-campaign/

05/17/2026

Heat is common thing in South Carolina, but it brings its own risks.

Heat Safety Week focuses on heat hazards and why high temperatures need to be taken seriously.

🌡️ May 18-22, 2026 is Week and we’ll be sharing posts each day on beating the
💻 heat.gov/event/2026-heat-safety-week-social-media-campaign