The Anderson Observer

South Carolina's Emergency Management Division operations center is fully activated in preparation for the possibility of Hurricane Florence making landfall this week. South Carolina is currently in the center of the projuected path of the hurricane, which is expected to strike the coast by midweek.

Evacuation transportation is being made ready, and emergency management services are on alert statewide.

The agency is encouraging citizens to download their mobile app in preparation for the storm. Additional information on storm preparedness is also available at the the SCDEM website.

SCEMD is urging residents and and those planning to visit the state to monitor official forecasts for Hurricane Florence from the National Hurricane Center.

The agency offers the following advice to prepare for the storm:

Have a plan for where you will go if conditions become too unsafe to remain in your home.
Know your evacuation zone by going to scemd.org or downloading the SC Emergency Manager mobile app.
Prepare your home by boarding up windows and securing any items you have in your yard by taking them indoors.
Make sure your car has fuel.
Make sure you have some cash in case of power outages.
Keep all of your important papers in a watertight bag.
Check with your pharmacy to make sure all important medications are filled.
Make plans for your pets that include extra food, collar, leash and a pet carrier.
Refer to the preparedness checklists in the 2018 S.C. Hurricane Guide.

On Sunday, S.C. Governor Henry McMaster asked United States President Donald Trump for a federal emergency declaration as Hurricane Florence approaches the East coast.

The Myrle Beach Sun News is dropping the requirement to pay for their content to promote safety ahead of and during the storm.