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Mailing Address: 2536 Fourth Avenue, North Charleston, SC 29418 -- office: 843.740.2616 -- fax: 843.745.1002

What to do when a "Watch or Warning" is issued

Watch

- Make sure your vehicle is fueled up and ready to go.

- Review your evacuation plan and your evacuation routes.

- Listen for weather information, pay attention to the storm.

- Check your survival kit.

- Make sure your medical prescriptions are filled and medicines are packed to go.

- Gather up your important papers, including identification.

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Warning

- Move Garbage Cans, awnings and all outside objects into house or garage or anchor them securely.

- Place protective covering over windows and doors.

- Garage or store vehicles that you leave behind. Click Here for more info on your car

- Moor boats securely or place inside a building.

- If you live in a mobile home, check tie-downs and always get out immediately and go to a safe place.

- Lock doors and windows before you leave.

- Don't forget a survival kit and other supplies.

- Make sure your relatives know where you plan to be.

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