JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. –
Hurricane season will continue through November, with the highest probability of a major hurricane occurring between mid-August and October. Due to a hurricane's capacity for damage, preparation is the key. Weekly hurricane tips provide need-to-know information for staying ahead of the weather.
This week's hurricane tip is:
Remember the lessons of Hugo. Twenty-one years ago in late September, Charleston residents suffered the devastating wrath of Hurricane Hugo, which destroyed thousands of homes and proved deadly for dozens. Know the risks and be prepared. The impact of Hugo on the Lowcountry still reverberates today for the loved ones of those lost. For detailed information on weathering the storm, the 2010 South Carolina Hurricane Guide is available for download at
www.scemd.org.