Hurricane Idalia forecasted to weaken, hurricane-force wind gusts and tornado risk remain a possibility 
UPDATE: August 30, 3:35 p.m.
Hurricane Idalia is losing strength as it moves through Georgia and into our area.
At 2 p.m., the National Hurricane Center said NOAA Doppler Radar indicated maximum sustained winds have decreased to near 75 mph with higher gusts. Idalia is forecasted to weaken further, but it could still produce hurricane-force winds, especially in gusts, throughout the evening.
The NHC said the risk of an isolated tornado(s) remains.
As a reminder, we encourage you to stay off the roads unless absolutely necessary. It isn’t safe to cross elevated roads and bridges during periods of high winds. The South Carolina Department of Transportation is the agency to determine if bridges will close. Currently, all bridges are open.
The National Hurricane Center will provide an update at 5 p.m.
Address/Location
Beaufort County Sheriff's Office
2001 Duke St
Beaufort, SC 29902
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 843-255-3200