⚠️ If a tornado warning is issued for your area, seek shelter indoors immediately. Go to the center of an interior room (central closet, bathroom, etc.) on the lowest building level away from corners, windows, doors and outside walls:
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5/5/24 9 AM: The Flash Flood Warning for Columbia has been cancelled because waters have receded. However, a Flood Advisory remains in effect through 9:45 AM for the possibility of localized ponding.
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Stay safe & keep going strong while cleaning up after a storm with these helpful heat safety tips in mind:
🦺Wear appropriate safety gear
🥤Stay hydrated
🌳Take lots of breaks in shade
Tips what to do during extreme heat:
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#heatsafety
Strengthen your home before hurricane season.
🌳Trim trees & branches
🗑Secure or store any outdoor items that could become dangerous projectiles
🚪🪟Secure all doors & windows
🍂Clean debris from gutters
#HurricanePrepMonth
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SOUTH CAROLINA HEAT SAFETY WEEK: Stay safe in the heat! Limit outdoor activities. Drink plenty of water and avoid alcohol. Wear light-colored clothing and sunscreen. Work outdoors early or very late in the day.
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#HeatSafety
SCEMD & our partners are in Laurens helping with Senior P.R.E.P. (Planning & Resources for Emergency Preparedness). We are at the Walgreens on E. Main St. until 11a.
If u are unable to attend but still want to help older adults in prep for disasters visit
Extreme heat can be hazardous for everyone, especially for older adults, children, and people with access and functional needs.
Act fast if you notice someone with symptoms of heat illness.
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Even on cooler days, it's important to remember that your vehicle can quickly heat up to dangerous temperatures.
Remember to:
🚗Park
👀Look
🔐Lock to make sure your family is safely with you and out of the heat.
#LookBeforeYouLock
#heatsafety
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#HeatSafetyWeek
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#NIHHIS
Today is the beginning of Hurricane Preparedness Month in South Carolina. Both tropical storms and hurricanes can cause loss of life and property even far from the coast. Learn more about the different dangers that tropical cyclones bring: .
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It's Older Americans Month, and we are out at the SC State Fairgrounds helping Seniors prep for emergencies.
Can’t wait to meet everyone!
#alwaysbepreppin
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Gov.
@henrymcmaster
has declared May as Hurricane Prep Month in SC. While hurricanes are hazards themselves, they can also bring other dangers.
Types of hazards:
Storm surge
Heavy rainfall & inland flooding
High winds
Rip currents
Tornadoes
More tips:
Hurricane Prep Month kicks off on May 1. SCEMD is all about helping the community learn more about the dangers of hurricanes & how and when to take proper action when a tropical cyclone is expected to hit.
Atlantic Hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30
#HurricanePrepMonth
SOUTH CAROLINA HEAT SAFETY WEEK: During hot and humid weather, your body's ability to cool itself is challenged in ways you may not expect. Stay Weather Ready by learning the symptoms of excessive heat exposure and the appropriate responses.
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#HeatSafety