Since the National
Hurricane Center track prediction continues to take Hurricane Dorian
dangerously close to the southeast U.S. coast, North Myrtle Beach residents
should remain alert to the possibility of experiencing destructive winds,
flooding rains, and life-threatening storm surges.
KEY POINTS FOR NORTH
MYRTLE BEACH:
-- The timeline for the
hurricane track as it approaches North Myrtle Beach has slowed. Given its
current course, we would see rain bands and some wind gusts later today with
sustained tropical storm force winds projected to move in on Thursday morning instead
of late today (Wednesday).
-- Rainfall predictions
for our area have moved up closer to 10-inches with localized spots receiving
up to 15-inches. That is a lot of rain in a comparatively short period of time.
Please stay off the roads.
-- At this time, the
storm surge forecast mirrors a Matthew-level surge for the high tide cycles on
Thursday, the first of which occurs at about 1:30 pm. If you live in Cherry
Grove and other low-lying areas of the city, it would be smart to complete your
storm preparations and evacuate.
-- There is an increased
chance for hurricane force winds for a short period of time Thursday night into
late night hours.
-- Remember, Myrtle
Beach is situated in the center of a crescent but North Myrtle Beach juts out
more into the ocean. That is why hurricanes impact us differently at times than
they do our neighbors to the south, especially when a hurricane that is already
close to the coastline takes a slight jog to the west, as this one still can.
-- Monitor this
hurricane.
EMERGENCY OPERATIONS
CENTER (EOC):
-- The City's EOC is
staffed and operating.
-- Call 911 for
life-threatening emergencies only.
-- For information,
explanations or to report something, call 843-280-5511, the number for the
City's Dispatch Center, staffed by multiple employees.
CITY HALL:
-- City Hall is open
today.
SANITATION SERVICES:
-- As announced
yesterday, collections occur normally today. We are reviewing projected
Thursday morning wind speeds and will make an announcement regarding Thursday
pick up soon.
BAREFOOT SWING BRIDGE:
-- With U.S. Coast Guard
approval, the City-owned and operated Barefoot Swing Bridge is now locked into
position for motor vehicle traffic only. It will not open to boat traffic until
the hurricane has passed.
MANDATORY EVACUATION
ORDER IN EFFECT:
-- Remember, the
Governor has issued a mandatory evacuation order for Zone "A" in
Horry County, including North Myrtle Beach.
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