Q: What should I pack in a home disaster kit?Ī: A home disaster kit includes not just supplies to get you and your family through a storm, but should also include important documents and records in case you lose everything during a natural disaster. To make sure you always receive warnings, download the WJBF Live Vipir6 Weather App. Have a plan ready for at home, work, school, and outdoors, along with an emergency kit ready to go. It’s great to have a NOAA weather radio as well to give you warnings. Also stay informed by following WJBF on air, online, and on the app. Q: What should I do before a severe weather event?Ī: Before severe weather, make sure you know the risks, be prepared, and be an example in your community. In a flash flood situation, avoid walking and driving in flowing water. During a tornado event, go to the lowest level of a sturdy building, preferably an interior room away from windows. If you are stuck outside, avoid tall objects, but don’t be in an open field where you are the tallest object. Q: What do I do when I am caught in a storm?Ī: When danger strikes, such as lightning, get to safe place inside. ![]() In this case, there is imminent danger to life and property. A warning means that severe weather has been sighted or indicated by radar. A watch means that severe weather is possible in the area, so review emergency plans and stay alert. If you have a question you would like answered, email Q: What is the difference between a Watch and a Warning?Ī: It’s very important to know the difference between a watch and a warning. This is a growing list of questions and answers under construction, and will be added to. McDuffie County Sheriff’s Office – (706) 595-2145.Edgefield County Sheriff’s Office – (803) 637-5337.Waynesboro Police Department – (706) 554-8029.North Augusta Department of Public Safety – (803) 279-2121.Columbia County Sheriff’s Office – (706) 541-2800.811: Underground public utility location.211: Community services and information.SCDOT Emergency Number / Roadside Assistance: 1-855-GO-SCDOT (1-85) GDOT Emergency Number / Roadside Assistance: 511 South Carolina Highway Patrol Emergencies: Dial *HP (*47) Georgia Highway Patrol Emergencies: Dial *GHP (*447) South Carolina: Law Enforcement Directory | Fire Department Directory | EMD Directory | SCHP Directory FOR EMERGENCIES, DIAL 911 Georgia: Law Enforcement Directory | EMA Directory | GSP Directory Saluda County Water and Sewer Authority.Edgefield County Water & Sewer Authority.Beech Island Rural Community Water District.If you do not see your system below, contact the provider that you pay your water bill to for more information. Here’s a list of water/sewer companies to report any outages or leaks. Here’s a list of natural gas companies to report any outages or leaks. Edisto Electric Cooperative – Report Outages | Check Outage Map.Planter’s EMC – Report Outages | Check Outage Map. ![]() ![]() Rayle EMC – Report Outages | Check Outage Map. ![]()
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