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Emergency Shelter Update August 5, 2024, 3:45 PM People who have no place to go for safety from Tropical Storm Debby can go to an emergency shelter opening at 4 p.m. Monday at Ridgeland School. This shelter, operated by Jasper County Emergency Services, along with support from state and local partners, can accommodate anyone who needs a safe place to stay temporarily. If you believe you have specific medical needs that would require a medical needs shelter, call DHEC Cares at 1-855-472-3432 to see if you qualify. People coming to the shelter, located at 250 Jaguar Trail in Ridgeland, should bring with them the following: • Personal hygiene products. • Bedding items such as their own blankets and pillows • Important documents for identification, • A 3-day supply of food for those with restrictive diets, • At least a 7-day supply of any medications along with prescription information. • A more extensive list of items can be viewed from DHEC. Residents seeking shelter with their pets MUST bring a crate, pet food, vaccination records and rabies certificate, most recent heartworm test, most recent FeLV/FIV test result (for cats), at least a 7-day supply of their medications, litter and litterbox (for cats), cleaning supplies, food and water bowls. Pets who are not service animals will not be permitted in the main shelter area due to safety considerations. Animals will need to be on a leash anytime they are not caged. Pet owners are responsible for their pet at all times. Instructions and tips for boarding or sheltering with pets is available from the CDC. A pet disaster kit checklist is available at hurricane.sc/pets and in the SC Emergency Manager mobile app. Additional shelters opened based on need and storm conditions will be posted in real time on the South Carolina Emergency Management Division’s website here.