Hurricane Season 2022: Are You Ready?
The National Weather Service has issued a Tropical Storm Watch for parts of the Lowcountry ahead of Hurricane Ian. Star 99.7 and our TV partner Storm Team 2 are tracking the storm and keeping you updated on its path and impact on the Lowcountry. National Weather Service forecasters are predicting that the greatest effects on the Charleston area will likely happen Thursday night into Saturday. Currently, the following areas are under a Tropical Storm Watch:
- Charleston County – also under a Storm Surge Watch*
- Coastal Colleton County – also under a Storm Surge Watch*
- Inland Berkeley County
- Tidal Berkeley County
*Inundation from rising water moving inland from the coastline is possible within the next 48 hours.
Hurricane Ian News & Cancellations:
- News2 Hurricane Resource Center
- The latest on Hurricane Ian’s path (News2)
- Local event closures, cancellations & postponements (News 2)
- Local high school football game schedule changes
With hurricane season upon on us, Star 99.7 and our TV partner Storm Team 2 are your severe weather information centers. Below are some simple steps you can take to prepare your home and family.
Stay Updated – get regular updates by:
- Tuning in to Star 99.7 and Storm Team 2. In the event of an approaching hurricane, we’ll regularly share updates on the storm’s known path and effect on weather and driving conditions, as well as any evacuation orders or other emergency alerts.
- Texting the word “lowcountry” to 43414 to get weather warning text alerts sent to your phone.
Know Your Risk – consult the Storm Surge Map.
Climatecentral.org‘s computer model estimates storm surges down to where you live. Enter your address to see how a storm surge would affect your area.
Know Your Zone – identify your evacuation zone.
Enter your address in the SCEMD interactive map to learn which evacuation area your location falls in.
Plan Your Route – and do the following before you evacuate:
If an evacuation order is given, check current road conditions and make sure you give yourself enough time to leave before the weather turns bad. Then do the following before you leave the house:
- Take your storm supplies (see Storm prep Kit list below) and important papers, including driver’s licenses and insurance policies.
- Take irreplaceable items such as photos or keepsakes.
- Let friends and relatives know where you are going.
- Turn off your electricity, water and gas, if officials tell you to do so.
- Lock windows and doors.
Keep These Links Handy:
- Storm Team 2 Tracking the Tropics
- Build a Storm Kit from Storm Team 2
- List of emergency shelters
- Map of Active Road Conditions
- School, government and other public closings and delays
- Pet-friendly hotels and motels in SC
Build a Storm Prep Kit – and include the following items:
- Cash (ATMs may not work after the storm)
- Drinking Water (at least a 7-day supply; 2 gallons per person per day)
- Prescription Medicine (2-week supply)
- Two Ice Chests w/Ice (one for ice, one for food)
- Baby Supplies (diapers, wipes, baby food/formula)
- Manual Can Opener
- Flashlights / Lanterns
- Battery-operated Radio and Clock (TV if available)
- Spare Batteries (2 spare sets for each device)
- Toilet Paper and Hygiene Items
- First Aid Kit
- Bleach for Sterilization (unscented with Hypochlorite the only active ingredient)
- Iodine or Water Purification Tablets
- Disposable Plates, Glasses and Utensils
- Plastic Garbage Bags
- Disinfectant
- Soap, Hand Sanitizer and Dish Detergent
- Insect Repellent and Sunscreen
- Corded, Nonelectric Phone
- Digital Camera
- Books, Magazines, Toys
- Plastic Sheeting / Tarp
- Duct or Masking Tape
- Nails, Rope, Lumber, Tools
- Rain Gear
- Fire Extinguisher
- Fuel for Generators and Cars
- Propane Gas (for grills)
- Charcoal and Lighter Fluid
- Waterproof Matches
- Canned Meat
- Canned Fruits and Vegetables
- Canned Soups and Chili
- Dried Foods
- Dried Fruits and Nuts
- Cereal
- Crackers and Cookies
- Coffee, Tea or Drink Boxes
- Peanut Butter and Jelly
- Pudding
- Powdered Milk
- Evaporated Milk or Parmalat Milk
