The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is advising residents and visitors to stay informed and prepare ahead of potential impacts from Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine, which is currently organizing near eastern Cuba and expected to strengthen over the next several days, according to the National Hurricane Center (NHC).
The disturbance, currently referred to as Invest 94L, is forecast to bring tropical storm conditions to portions of the central and northwestern Bahamas this weekend and may impact portions of the southeastern U.S. early next week. While the exact track and intensity remain uncertain, the system could reach hurricane strength as it approaches the U.S. coast.
Key Safety Information:
- Residents should anticipate the potential for heavy rainfall, potential flash flooding, and potential storm surge in coastal areas.
- Those in the Beaufort County area are urged to review and update their hurricane preparedness plans.
- Stay alert for official updates from trusted sources.
Stay Informed – Download the Everbridge App
To receive
real-time alerts from the National Weather Service in Charleston and the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office, download the free
Everbridge app on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
Getting Started:
- Search for "Everbridge" in your app store (look for the blue icon with a white checkmark).
- Download and open the app.
- Allow notifications and critical alerts.
- Enter your ZIP code and subscribe to Beaufort County alerts.
- View our “How To” video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/D6wWaxC1TwA?si=B8rYiYw1F-SYmil9
Additional Resources:
- Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office: https://www.bcso.net
- National Weather Service Charleston, SC: https://www.weather.gov/chs/
- National Hurricane Center: https://www.nhc.noaa.gov
For questions or assistance with the app, contact Lindsay Housaman in the Public Affairs Office at
[email protected].
Stay prepared, stay informed, and stay safe.
