South Carolina’s Severe Weather and Flood Safety Week continues today with a focus on staying connected when dangerous weather threatens.
“Every household is different, so take the time now to review your plan,” said SCEMD Director Kim Stenson. Leaders gathered for Severe Weather and Flood Safety Week, to remind South Carolinians to prepare now for severe weather. Learn more here: https://t.co/mIUcjUm6Z9 pic.twitter.com/6X9vdDHN29
— SC Emergency Management Division (@SCEMD) March 9, 2026
Meteorologist Leslie Hudson explains why having multiple ways to receive warnings — and a communication plan for your family — can make all the difference during severe storms.
It’s also important to keep your devices charged and maintain a written list of emergency contacts in case phones lose power.
Day 4 of severe weather and flood safety week, we’ll take a closer look at where to go when tornadoes strike — and how to identify the safest places in your home when tornado warnings are issued.
One of the key events this week is also happening Wednesday with a statewide tornado drill, designed to help schools, businesses and families practice what they would do if a tornado warning were issued.