Hampton County Emergency Management

Hampton County Emergency Management Hampton County Emergency Management is designed to help citizens during a Natural or Man made disaster.

Hampton County Emergency Management, is a county agency designed to help the citizens of Hampton County prepare for, response to and recovery emergencies and disasters in order to save lives and reduce human suffering and minimize property loss.

08/16/2026

September is the peak of hurricane season, but hurricanes and tropical storms can develop at any time throughout the season.

Hurricanes and tropical storms can bring a variety of hazards, including storm surge, damaging winds, flooding, tornadoes, and power outages. Now is the time to review the risks that could affect your home, business, or community and make sure you're prepared. Learn more at https://hurricane.sc/

08/14/2026

Good morning! Dangerous heat is expected once again today. An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for the coastal counties from 11 AM to 8 PM, while a Heat Advisory is in place for the remaining inland areas during the same timeframe. 🌡️🥵

08/13/2026

ROAD CLOSED: MT. CARMEL ROAD TO TWO SISTERS FERRY IS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE FOR BRIDGE REPAIRS.

08/13/2026

UPDATE ON HOPEWELL ROAD. THE ROAD WAS OPENED A LITTLE BIT AGO. THANK YOU SCDOT.

08/12/2026

The Heat Risk will surge into the Extreme category (Category 5) with the hottest day expected Friday. Heat indices could near 120 degree in places by Friday with actual temperatures near 100 degrees. Overnight lows will only drop into the lower 80s (maybe upper 70s in spots). Extreme Heat Watches are out for Thursday and will likely be needed for Friday as well.

08/12/2026

TINKER TOWN ROAD FROM 1688-1788 will be closed tomorrow for road work. Thank you for your patience.

08/09/2026

Temperatures will remain in the lower 90s today, keeping Heat Risk in the minor-moderate range. Monday and Tuesday will see temperatures climb into the mid 90s, with heat index values in the 105-100 degree range along the coastal corridor. This will raise Heat Risk into the major category for those along the coast, with temperatures expected to remain elevated throughout the rest of the week.

08/06/2026

U.S. Drought Monitor Conditions Improved for Varnville, South Carolina
Conditions for Hampton County SC, improved from Extreme Drought (D3) to Severe Drought (D2), according to this week's U.S. Drought Monitor.

Varnville has been in drought for the past 40 week(s), since October 28, 2025.

The Climate Prediction Center's August Drought Outlook, released on July 31, 2026, predicted that drought conditions would remain but improve in August.

Address

703 2ND Street W
Hampton, SC
29924

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+18039142150

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