ACTIVE TROPICAL SYSTEMS
Current Storms & Cyclones
GRAPHICAL OUTLOOK
Atlantic Tropical Weather Outlook Maps
REFERENCE
Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale
TROPICAL DEPRESSION
< 39 mph
Organized circulation, winds below tropical storm strength.
TROPICAL STORM
39–73 mph
Named storm with sustained tropical storm force winds.
CATEGORY 1
74–95 mph
Very dangerous winds will produce some damage.
CATEGORY 2
96–110 mph
Extremely dangerous winds will cause extensive damage.
CATEGORY 3
111–129 mph
Devastating damage will occur.
CATEGORY 4
130–156 mph
Catastrophic damage will occur.
CATEGORY 5
≥ 157 mph
Catastrophic damage. Most of the area will be uninhabitable.
SOUTH CAROLINA PREPAREDNESS
Hurricane Prep for SC Residents
Build a Kit
Stock 72 hours of water (1 gal/person/day), non-perishable food, medications, flashlights, and a battery-powered radio.
Know Your Zone
SC uses hurricane evacuation zones A–E. Know your zone and have an evacuation route planned before a storm threatens.
Stay Informed
Sign up for SC Emergency Alerts, download the FEMA app, and monitor NHC advisories when a storm is in the Atlantic.
Protect Your Home
Install storm shutters or plywood, trim trees, secure outdoor furniture, and know how to turn off utilities.
Evacuation Plan
Identify multiple routes, keep your gas tank full during hurricane season, and plan for pets and family members with special needs.
Emergency Contacts
SC Emergency Management Division: 803-737-8500. Know your local county emergency management office number.
Data from the National Hurricane Center.