​HURRICANE ISAIAS ADVISORY #6
August 4, 2020 -- 12:00 pm
 
The outer bands of Hurricane Isaias brushed the coast of Charleston County during the afternoon hours of Monday, August 3rd. The center of the storm remained offshore, which resulted in lower wind speeds and rainfall amounts in the Charleston region. The National Weather Service upgraded Isaias from a tropical storm to a Category 1 hurricane at 5:00 pm on Monday, with maximum sustained winds of 85 mph. Hurricane Isaias made landfall near Ocean Isle Beach, NC, shortly after 11:00 pm on Monday.
 
As of noon Tuesday, no significant damage has been reported on Seabrook Island and all roads leading to and from the island are clear of water and debris. The Town of Seabrook Island has resumed normal operating conditions and Town Hall re-opened for regular office hours (8:00 am to 4:00 pm) on Tuesday.  
 
The Town of Seabrook Island maintains lists of local contractors who are licensed to offer emergency blue tarp services (such as placing temporary protective coverings over damaged structures) and tree removal services following a hurricane or other disaster. If your home or property suffered damage as a result of the storm, please click here to view the town’s licensed contractor lists.
 
This is the final advisory for Hurricane Isaias.

TROPICAL STORM ISAIAS ADVISORY #5
August 3, 2020 -- 2:00 pm
 
On Monday afternoon, officials from the Town of Seabrook Island participated in a countywide conference call organized by the Charleston County Emergency Management Department (CCEMD). During the call, a meteorologist from the National Weather Service (NWS) Charleston Office briefed local officials on the current forecast for Tropical Storm Isaias. The key messages from this update were:

• Tropical Storm Isaias remains a strong tropical storm with maximum sustained winds of 70 mph. The storm is currently located approximately 130 miles south of Charleston and is moving in a northerly direction at 13 mph. At this time, NWS anticipates that Isaias may strengthen to a Category 1 hurricane before making landfall later this evening in northeastern South Carolina or southern North Carolina.
• Charleston County is currently under a Tropical Storm Warning. The Charleston region is currently experiencing the effects of Tropical Storm Isaias. Based on the current forecast, tropical storm force winds (39+ mph) are most likely to occur Monday afternoon and into the early evening. Sustained winds of 45-55 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph, are most likely to occur in areas along the coast. Strong winds will have the potential to cause damage to structures, uproot trees and cause power outages.
• Charleston County is currently under a Storm Surge Warning and Flash Flood Watch. Tropical Storm Isaias is currently moving faster than originally forecasted. It is anticipated that the strongest winds will be past the Charleston area prior to this evening’s high tide; however, coastal inundation of 1-2 feet and beach erosion remain a possibility along the coast.
• The heaviest rainfall is expected to occur Monday afternoon and into the early evening hours. The region may see a total of 3-6” of rain, with higher amounts possible in localized areas.
• Beachgoers should be aware of the possibility of dangerous rip currents and high surf. Heavy winds may also cause tents and other beach equipment to become airborne. The town’s Beach Patrol personnel will remain on the beach as long as it is safe for them to do so. (For more information about rip currents, including what to do if you or a loved one is caught in a rip current, please click here for additional information from the U.S. Lifesaving Association.)

 
Seabrook Island Town Hall was CLOSED at 2:00 pm on Monday. At this time, town offices are expected to reopen at 8:00 am on Tuesday. If conditions warrant, any changes to the town’s operating hours will be posted on the town’s website and social media channels.
 
Residents, property owners and visitors should continue to monitor local media outlets for updates on Tropical Storm Isaias. Forecasts are updated regularly on the NHC website at www.hurricanes.gov. Individuals are also to advised to avoid any unnecessary travel.
 
In the event of an emergency, please call 911. Emergency calls to 911 should be reserved for life-threatening situations, or for the reporting of a crime or fire. Do NOT call 911 if you have water in your home unless your life is in danger. Do NOT call 911 to report a power outage. Power outages should be reported directly to Berkeley Electric Cooperative.
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The Town of Seabrook Island maintains a list of local contractors who are licensed to offer emergency blue tarp services (such as placing temporary protective coverings over damaged structures) and tree removal services following a hurricane or other disaster. To view a list of licensed contractors, please click here.
 
Official updates regarding Tropical Storm Isaias from the Town of Seabrook Island will continue to be posted on the following channels:

• Town WEBSITE: www.townofseabrookisland.org
• Town TWITTER feed: www.twitter.com/seabrookislnd87
• Town FACEBOOK page: www.facebook.com/townofseabrookisland
• Call our toll-free number at (888) 314-3177

 
Property owners and managers with rental guests should forward this information to their rental guests. Owners and managers of commercial establishments are also encouraged to share this information with their employees.
 
The next town advisory is anticipated to be distributed by 2:00 PM on Tuesday, August 4th, unless conditions warrant an earlier update.

TROPICAL STORM ISAIAS ADVISORY #4
August 2, 2020 -- 3:00 pm
 
On Sunday afternoon, officials from the Town of Seabrook Island participated in another countywide conference call organized by the Charleston County Emergency Management Department (CCEMD). During the call, a meteorologist from the National Weather Service (NWS) Charleston Office briefed local officials on the current forecast for Tropical Storm Isaias. The key messages from this update were:

• Tropical Storm Isaias was downgraded from a Category 1 hurricane to a tropical storm on Saturday evening. Isaias remains a strong tropical system with maximum sustained winds of 65 mph. The storm is currently located approximately 350 miles south of Charleston and is moving in a northerly direction at 8 mph. At this time, Isaias is not expected to regain hurricane status as it approaches Georgia and the Carolinas.
• Charleston County is currently under a Tropical Storm Warning. The Charleston region is expected to begin seeing the effects of Tropical Storm Isaias around midday on Monday. Based on the current forecast, tropical storm force winds (39+ mph) are most likely to occur Monday evening and into the early morning hours on Tuesday. Sustained winds of 45-55 mph, with gusts up to 70 mph, are most likely to occur in areas along the coast. Strong winds will have the potential to cause damage to structures, uproot trees and cause power outages.
• Charleston County is currently under a Storm Surge Watch and Flash Flood Watch. Depending on the ultimate timing and track of the storm, high tides and heavy rain may cause inundation on Monday evening and Tuesday morning. Coastal flooding and beach erosion are possible along the coast.
• The heaviest rainfall is expected to occur Monday evening and into Tuesday morning. The region may see a total of 3-6” of rain, with higher amounts possible in localized areas.
• Beachgoers should be aware of the possibility of dangerous rip currents. Heavy winds may also cause tents and other beach equipment to become airborne. The town’s Beach Patrol personnel will remain on the beach as long as it is safe for them to do so. (For more information about rip currents, including what to do if you or a loved one is caught in a rip current, please click here for additional information from the U.S. Lifesaving Association.)
• As with any storm, the track of Tropical Storm Isaias remains uncertain. However, the entire coast of South Carolina remains within the “cone of uncertainty.”

 
The Town of Seabrook Island has increased its emergency readiness status to reflect that tropical storm impacts are likely. At 1:30 pm today, the town convened a meeting of its Disaster Recovery Council to discuss continued preparations with community organizations and agencies.
 
At this time, Seabrook Island Town Hall is expected to remain open for regular business hours on Monday (8:00 am to 4:00 pm). If conditions warrant, any change to the operational status of Town Hall will be posted on the town’s website and social media channels.
 
At this time, residents, property owners and visitors are advised to monitor local media outlets for updates on Tropical Storm Isaias. Forecasts are updated regularly on the NHC website at www.hurricanes.gov. Residents, property owners and visitors are also encouraged to review their preparedness plans. Additional resources are available at the following links:

• South Carolina Hurricane Guide
• Seabrook Island Emergency Guide

 
Official updates regarding Tropical Storm Isaias from the Town of Seabrook Island will continue to be posted on the following channels:

• Town WEBSITE: www.townofseabrookisland.org
• Town TWITTER feed: www.twitter.com/seabrookislnd87
• Town FACEBOOK page: www.facebook.com/townofseabrookisland
• Call our TOLL-FREE NUMBER at (888) 314-3177
  

 
In the event of an emergency, please dial 911.

Property owners and managers with rental guests should forward this information to their rental guests. Owners and managers of commercial establishments are also encouraged to share this information with their employees.
 
The next town advisory is anticipated to be distributed by 3:00 PM on Monday, August 3rd, unless conditions warrant an earlier update.

HURRICANE ISAIAS ADVISORY #3
August 1, 2020 -- 3:00 pm
 
Earlier this afternoon, officials from the Town of Seabrook Island again participated in a countywide conference call organized by the Charleston County Emergency Management Department (CCEMD). During the call, a meteorologist from the National Weather Service (NWS) Charleston Office briefed local officials on the current forecast for Hurricane Isaias. The key messages from this update were:

• Hurricane Isaias is currently a Category 1 hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 75 mph. The storm is located approximately 600 miles southeast of Charleston and is moving in a northwesterly direction at 12 mph.
• The Charleston region may begin to see tropical storm force (39+ mph) winds starting late Sunday night or early Monday morning. Based on the current forecast, tropical storm force winds are most likely to occur during the afternoon and evening hours on Monday. The potential for tropical storm force winds will be most likely in areas immediately along the coast.
• Strong winds on Monday will have the potential to cause damage to structures, uproot trees and cause power outages. The heaviest rainfall is also expected to occur on Monday.
• Depending on the ultimate timing and track of the storm, high tides and heavy rain on Sunday and Monday may contribute to coastal flooding and beach erosion.
• Beachgoers should be aware of the possibility of dangerous rip currents between Saturday and Monday. (For more information about rip currents, including what to do if you or a loved one is caught in a rip current, please click here for additional information from the U.S. Lifesaving Association.)
• As with any storm, the track of Hurricane Isaias remains uncertain. However, the entire coast of South Carolina remains within the “cone of uncertainty.”

 
The Town of Seabrook Island has increased its emergency readiness status to reflect that tropical storm impacts are likely. At 1:30 pm today, the town convened a meeting of its Disaster Recovery Council to discuss continued preparations with community organizations and agencies.
 
As Hurricane Isaias approaches, the South Carolina Emergency Management Division (SCEMD) encourages residents and property owners to review their personal safety plans and consider actions they would need to take if the storm threatens the state:

• Be sure your emergency kit has enough bottled water and non-perishable food to sustain each family member for three days. Include a weather radio, flashlight, extra batteries, chargers, toiletries, change of clothes, blankets or sleeping bag, rain gear and appropriate footwear. Also include copies of important documents, such as birth certificates and insurance policies.
• Prepare your home for tropical storm conditions by making sure gutters are cleaned, storm drains are cleared and any lawn furniture is safely removed or secured.
• Keep your cell phones and mobile devices charged in case of power outages.
• Gather pet supplies and put them in an easily accessible container.
• Stay tuned to local media for the latest advisories from the National Weather Service and National Hurricane Center (NHC), as well as state and local emergency management officials. Forecasts are updated regularly on the NHC website at www.hurricanes.gov.
• Follow trusted, verified sources for the latest news and be prepared to follow the instructions of state and local public safety officials.

 
Residents, property owners and visitors are also encouraged to review their hurricane preparedness plans. Additional resources are available at the following links:

• South Carolina Hurricane Guide
• Seabrook Island Emergency Guide

 
Official updates regarding Hurricane Isaias from the Town of Seabrook Island will continue to be posted on the following channels:

• Town WEBSITE: www.townofseabrookisland.org
• Town TWITTER feed: www.twitter.com/seabrookislnd87
• Town FACEBOOK page: www.facebook.com/townofseabrookisland

 
Property owners and managers with rental guests should forward this information to their rental guests. Owners and managers of commercial establishments are also encouraged to share this information with their employees.
 
The next town advisory is anticipated to be distributed by 3:00 PM on Sunday, August 2nd, unless conditions warrant an earlier update.

HURRICANE ISAIAS ADVISORY #2
July 31, 2020 -- 5:00 pm
 
Earlier this afternoon, officials from the Town of Seabrook Island participated in a countywide conference call organized by the Charleston County Emergency Management Department (CCEMD). During the call, a meteorologist from the National Weather Service (NWS) Charleston Office briefed local officials on the current forecast for Hurricane Isaias. The key messages from this update were:

• The forecast track has continued to shift slightly westward toward the Atlantic coast, making impacts in our area likely, even if the center of the storm remains offshore.
• As with any storm, the track of Hurricane Isaias remains uncertain. However, the entire coast of South Carolina remains within the “cone of uncertainty.”
• The storm’s maximum sustained winds are currently 75 miles per hour, but some strengthening is expected to occur over the next 36 hours.
• Beachgoers should be aware of the possibility of dangerous rip currents beginning on Saturday, August 1st, and continuing through Monday, August 3rd. (For more information about rip currents, including what to do if you or a loved one is caught in a rip current, please click here for additional information from the U.S. Lifesaving Association.)
• The current forecast anticipates strong winds, heavy rainfall and coastal flooding beginning in the evening hours of Sunday, August 2nd, and continuing into the morning hours of Monday, August 3rd.
• Depending on the ultimate timing and track of the storm, higher-than-average tides on Sunday evening and Monday morning may contribute to coastal flooding and beach erosion.

 
The Town of Seabrook Island has increased its emergency readiness status to reflect that tropical storm impacts are likely. At 2:00 pm today, the town met with representatives from SIPOA, Seabrook Island Utility Commission, Seabrook Island Club, St. Christopher Camp and Conference Center, Seabrook Island CERT, and others comprising the town’s Disaster Recovery Council to review storm development, likely impacts and preparations within the community.
 
At this time, residents, property owners and visitors are advised to monitor local media outlets for updates on Hurricane Isaias. Forecasts are updated regularly on the NHC website at www.hurricanes.gov. Residents, property owners and visitors are also encouraged to review their hurricane preparedness plans. Additional resources are available at the following links:

• South Carolina Hurricane Guide
• Seabrook Island Emergency Guide

 
During a press conference this afternoon, Governor Henry McMaster stated that an evacuation order is not being contemplated at this time. Those who prefer to evacuate voluntarily for health or safety reasons should consider making early arrangements for a suitable location. Please keep in mind that the availability of accommodations (including hurricane shelters) may be adversely impacted by staffing or space limitations attributable to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Charleston County has indicated that it may begin transportation services to emergency shelters as early as noon on Saturday, August 1st, if shelters are deemed necessary. If you need assistance with evacuation, or if you know a resident who may require assistance, please contact the town by phone at (843) 768-9121 or by email at jcronin@townofseabrookisland.org with the name(s), address(es) and contact information for those individuals.
 
Official updates regarding Hurricane Isaias from the Town of Seabrook Island will continue to be posted on the following channels:

• Town WEBSITE: www.townofseabrookisland.org
• Town TWITTER feed: www.twitter.com/seabrookislnd87
• Town FACEBOOK page: www.facebook.com/townofseabrookisland

 
Property owners and managers with rental guests should forward this information to their rental guests. Owners and managers of commercial establishments are also encouraged to share this information with their employees.
 
The next town advisory is anticipated to be distributed by 3:00 PM on Saturday, August 1st, unless conditions warrant an earlier update.

Hurricane Isaias Advisory #1
​July 31, 2020 -- 9:00 am
 
According to the National Hurricane Center (NHC), Isaias was upgraded from a tropical storm to a Category 1 hurricane shortly before midnight on Thursday, July 30th, with maximum sustained winds of 80 mph. While Hurricane Isaias is currently centered between Cuba and the Bahamas, current forecasts from the NHC indicate that the storm could impact the South Carolina coast on Monday, August 3rd, with wind, heavy rainfall and coastal flooding possible. The detailed forecast for the track and intensity remain uncertain, and it is too soon to determine the exact magnitude and location of any potential impacts. 
 
The Town of Seabrook Island’s emergency readiness status remains at Operations Condition  3 (OPCON 3 - Normal Operating Conditions) and we are continuing to monitor guidance from local, state and national officials regarding development and potential impacts of the storm.  
 
At this time, residents, property owners and visitors are advised to monitor local media outlets for updates on Hurricane Isaias. Forecasts are also updated regularly on the NHC website at www.hurricanes.gov. Residents, property owners and visitors are also encouraged to review their hurricane preparedness plans. Additional resources are available at the following links:

• South Carolina Hurricane Guide
• Seabrook Island Emergency Guide

 
While an evacuation order is not anticipated at this time, residents and visitors should consider making arrangements for a suitable evacuation location should an order be issued. Please keep in mind that the availability of accommodations (including hurricane shelters) may be adversely impacted by staffing or space limitations attributable to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. If you need assistance with evacuation, or if you know a resident who may require assistance, please contact the town by phone at (843) 768-9121 or by email at jcronin@townofseabrookisland.org with the name(s), address(es) and contact information for those individuals.
 
Official updates regarding Hurricane Isaias from the Town of Seabrook Island will continue to be posted on the following channels:

• Town WEBSITE: www.townofseabrookisland.org
• Town TWITTER feed: www.twitter.com/seabrookislnd87
• Town FACEBOOK page: www.facebook.com/townofseabrookisland

 
Property owners and managers with rental guests should forward this information to their rental guests. Owners and managers of commercial establishments are also encouraged to share this information with their employees.
 
The next town update is anticipated to be distributed by 5:00 PM on Friday, July 31st.