Disaster Guides & Information

How do I make my home or business more disaster resistant?

For more information on how to make your home or business more disaster resistant, please visit Ready.gov: National Preparedness Social Media Kit or Ready.gov: Preparedness Videos to ensure your home or business is properly prepared. If your home is in need of enhanced wind resistance upgrades, please visit the DOI.SC.gov: SC Safe Home Mitigation Grant Program to apply.

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Staying Safe: A Guide for Visitors to Charleston
Hazard Information
FEMA for Kids

Earthquake Hazards

Earthquake Hazard Information
Project Impact Earthquake Hazard
Activity Sheet: Earthquakes

Flood Hazards and Inundation Maps

Flood Hazard Information
Project Impact Flood Protection
Activity Sheet: Floods
National Storm Surge Flood Inundation Maps

Hurricane Hazards and Guides

Hurricane Hazard Information
Project Impact Hurricane Hazard
Activity Sheet: Hurricanes
2021 SCEMD Hurricane Guide
SCEMD Interactive Hurricane Guide

Tornado Hazards

Tornado Hazard Information
Project Impact Tornado Hazard
Ready Kids Activity Book

Wildfire Hazards

Wildfire Hazard Information
Project Impact Wildfire Hazard
Activity Sheet: Fires

Brochures

Disaster Resilience Educational Brochures

After a Disaster: Hiring a Contractor
Are You Ready for An Earthquake
Building A Dune
Damaged Collections, Antiques & Other Valuables
Drainage Awareness
Flooding: Are You Prepared
Generator Safety
Hazard Resistant Landscaping
Hurricane Protection: Windows & Doors
Safeguard Your Personal Property From Flooding
Storm Preparation: A Boat Owner's Guide
Shopping For Your Dream Home

Disaster Resilience for kids (and teachers!)

"Beat the Brainiac" School Assemblies
Lowcountry Science Fair Awards Information
Mini-Grant Application
Scout Patch Program
School Programs Flyer