Hurricane Dorian Preparedness and Resources
Hurricane Dorian - Resources
Updated: September 6, 2019
National Hurricane Service
For the latest information on the path of Hurricane Dorian, please access the National Hurricane Center website here. Updates can also be found on the National Hurricane Center Twitter page.
WATCHES AND WARNINGS
SUMMARY OF WATCHES AND WARNINGS IN EFFECT:
A Storm Surge Warning is in effect for:
· Salter Path NC to Poquoson VA
· Pamlico and Albemarle Sounds
· Neuse and Pamlico Rivers
· Hampton Roads
A Hurricane Warning is in effect for:
· Bogue Inlet to the North Carolina/Virginia border
· Pamlico and Albemarle Sounds
· Information regarding Watches and Warnings can be found at the following link: https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/refresh/MIATCPAT5+shtml/012123.shtml
South Carolina Resources
Office of Governor of South Carolina
Governor Henry McMaster has declared a State of Emergency for South Carolina. You may visit the
Governor’s website here
South Carolina Emergency Management Division
You may view the South Carolina State Emergency Operations Plan at: State Emergency Operations Plan.
Updated September 6, 2019
COLUMBIA, S.C. – In coordination with local law enforcement and county emergency management officials, Governor Henry McMaster has lifted evacuation orders for residents in all evacuated counties, effective immediately.
SHELTERS
For up to date information on shelter operations, including locations please visit https://scemd.org/stay- informed/emergency-shelters/.
CLOSINGS
For up to date information on state government office closures visit https://scemd.org/closings/.
Updates are also available on the Emergency Division’s website here and their Twitter feed
American Red Cross – Eastern South Carolina
The Red Cross provides emergency response services throughout the state of South Carolina. You can search for local shelters and get updated information on Hurricane Dorian, by visiting the website here
You may view information here on the Red Cross response to Hurricane Dorian in South Carolina. For information on Red Cross shelters that may open in South Carolina, please visit the Red Cross Find an Open Shelter site here
211 South Carolina
2-1-1 South Carolina connects callers to health and human services information and is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, even during disasters. Information and resources may be provided for a variety of needs including shelter, cell phone power stations, basic needs, and disaster assistance. To search for local resources, search the 211 South Carolina website here
South Carolina Department of Transportation
For updates on road closures, evacuation routes, message boards and alerts visit the South Carolina DOT website here
School Closures
For a listing of school closures throughout South Carolina, please visit here
North Carolina Resources
Office of Governor of North Carolina
Governor Roy Cooper has declared a State of Emergency for North Carolina. You may visit the Governor’s website here
Governor Cooper has issued a mandatory evacuation for barrier islands along the entire coast in preparation for Hurricane Dorian. It calls for evacuation by Wednesday, September 4, 2019 beginning at 8:00 AM.
North Carolina Department of Public Safety
Office of Governor of North Carolina
Governor Roy Cooper has declared a State of Emergency for North Carolina. You may visit the Governor’s website here
To donate to hurricane recovery, you may visit the N.C. Governor’s office here
Updated September 6, 2019
Gov. Roy Cooper urged people in Northeastern North Carolina to continue to shelter in place and stay off the roads as Hurricane Dorian pounds the Outer Banks through the day, with continued threats of four to seven feet of storm surge and flash flooding off the North Carolina coast.North Carolina Department of Public Safety
For updates on Hurricane Dorian evacuation routes, power outages, open shelters, county emergency sites and knowing your evacuation zones, please visit the website here
Red Cross of Eastern North Carolina
The Red Cross provides emergency response services throughout the state of North Carolina. You can search for local shelters and get updated information on Hurricane Dorian, by visiting the website here
For information on Red Cross shelters, please visit the Red Cross Find an Open Shelter site here
211 North Carolina
2-1-1 North Carolina connects callers to health and human services information and is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, even during disasters. Information and resources may be provided for a variety of needs including shelter, cell phone power stations, basic needs, and disaster assistance. To search for local resources, search the 211 North Carolina website here
North Carolina Department of Transportation
For updates on road closures, evacuation routes, message boards and alerts visit the North Carolina DOT website here
General Hurricane Resources
Airbnb Open Homes Program
Airbnb helps individuals effected by a natural disaster by offering free temporary housing to displaced individuals. Click here to learn more.
FEMA
Up-to-date resources and information on the federal response to Hurricane Dorian can be found here.
Ready.Gov
This website provides emergency updates, disaster preparedness tips and resources. You can sign up to receive emergency updates on your cell phone or download an app for updates. For hurricane preparedness resources visit their website here.
SAMHSA – Disaster Distress Helpline
SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline provides 24/7, 365-day-a-year crisis counseling and support to people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters. This resource is available to anyone in the United States, as well as in Puerto Rico.
- For anyone in the United States looking for support, call: (800) 985-5990
- You may visit the website for more information here.
National Hurricane Service
For the latest information on the path of Hurricane Dorian, please access the National Hurricane
Center website here. Updates can also be found on the National Hurricane Center Twitter page.
Crisis & Disaster Resources
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