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Chesterfield County Residents Eligible for FEMA Individual Assistance Program
September 25, 2018 At the request of Governor Henry McMaster, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has amended its disaster declaration for Hurricane Florence to make residents in Chesterfield County eligible to apply for the Individual Assistance program. Residents in Dillon, Horry,…
Berkeley, Charleston And Chesterfield Counties Eligible For FEMA Individual Assistance
October 26, 2016 COLUMBIA, S.C. – The Federal Emergency Management Agency approved three additional counties for Individual Assistance, allowing survivors who sustained losses to apply for aid in the wake of Hurricane Matthew. Counties approved for FEMA Individual Assistance include: Berkeley,…
2023 Day of Recovery Hosted by SCEMD
August 9, 2023 Over 120 folks from government agencies, volunteer organizations and private businesses participated in Wednesday's 2023 Day of Recovery. The workshop provided an opportunity for stakeholders to discuss disaster recovery and mitigation strategies in South Carolina. During the…
Disasters strike without warning and being prepared at home will help to ensure that you and your family can make the best of a bad situation. Local officials and relief workers will be on the scene after a disaster, but in many cases, they will not be able to reach everyone right away. You need…
S.C. launches new site for business reentry certification
August 29, 2018 Columbia, S.C. – Businesses in South Carolina now have a new automated online tool to register for post-disaster reentry following evacuations for large-scale emergencies. The South Carolina Emergency Management Division launched the new site in collaboration with South Carolina…
SCEMD to Host Military Installations Seminar
February 10, 2023 Representatives of resident military installations within South Carolina will meet on Thursday, February 16, with state and county emergency managers as part of a disaster preparedness seminar hosted by the S.C. Emergency Management Division. Participants will discuss best…
The role of the South Carolina Recovery Program is to serve as a direct liaison between the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and all applicants requesting federal disaster assistance. Our trained recovery staff will make every effort to effectively communicate, coordinate, collaborate,…
SCEMD, S.C. Commerce Host First Emergency Seminar for Local Businesses
October 25, 2016 Columbia, S.C. (Tuesday, October 25) - The S.C. Emergency Management Division and the S.C. Department of Commerce will host the first Business Emergency Preparedness Seminar on Wednesday, October 26, at the Phillips Market Center in West Columbia. “The private sector plays a…
Announcement of Initial Public Notice The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is required by law to provide public notice of its intent to provide federal assistance and grant opportunities through the Public Assistance (PA), Individual Assistance (IA), or Hazard Mitigation Grant (HMGP)…
SCEMD attends SCEMA 2024 conference
February 26, 2024 Emergency managers throughout South Carolina came together in the Lowcountry last week for the annual South Carolina Emergency Management Association (SCEMA) conference. This event provides a platform for emergency managers to build strong relationships that can be relied upon to…
Governor Henry McMaster Secures Federal Assistance For Wildfire
March 7, 2025 Governor Henry McMaster today announced that South Carolina has secured a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to support the state's response to the Covington Drive Fire. The grant will help ensure vital resources are available…
September 9, 2017 Emergency shelters will be available for residents and visitors who are evacuating from southern coastal areas due to Hurricane Irma. Shelters are generally the place of last resort. Individuals and families are encouraged to have emergency plans in place. These plans should…
October 17, 2016 COLUMBIA, S.C. – The Federal Emergency Management Agency approved fifteen additional counties for Individual Assistance, allowing survivors who sustained losses to apply for aid in the wake of Hurricane Matthew. Counties approved for FEMA Individual Assistance include: Allendale,…
Marion and Orangeburg Counties Eligible for FEMA Individual Assistance
October 15, 2016 COLUMBIA, S.C. – Residents in Marion and Orangeburg counties who were impacted by Hurricane Matthew are now eligible for the Federal Emergency Management Agency's Individual Assistance program. Survivors who sustained losses in these two designated counties can apply for federal…
Hurricane Ian Cleanup in South Carolina
October 3, 2022 Crews clearing roads of sand and debris are now reporting most areas are accessible to residents, although a few roads may still be closed for safety concerns. Anyone who experienced damage to their property due to Hurricane Ian should begin recovery and cleanup as soon as…
SCEMD Achieves National Reaccreditation (1)
November 29, 2023 The Emergency Management Accreditation Program has granted the South Carolina Emergency Management Division full national accreditation. This national certification program examined the state's ability to respond to and prepare for disasters. SCEMD was first accredited in 2008…
FEMA Aid now available for Hurricane Ian November 22, 2022 At the request of Governor Henry McMaster, the President has declared a disaster exists in South Carolina as a result of Hurricane Ian. Residents who suffered damage in Charleston, Georgetown and Horry counties may now register for…
South Carolina Winter Weather Preparedness Week November 27, 2019 Governor Henry McMaster has proclaimed the week of December 1 through December 7, 2019, as South Carolina Winter Weather Preparedness Week. The South Carolina Emergency Management Division and the National Weather Service along with…
SCDNR: Avoid Displaced Wildlife
October 14, 2016 COLUMBIA, S.C. (Friday, October 14, 2016) – Residents in areas affected by Hurricane Matthew and flooding in the Pee Dee should be cautious of wildlife that have moved to high ground. The natural instinct of these creatures is to seek safety and return to their natural habitats…
SCEMD Conducts Evacuations Needs Survey
August 20, 2015 The South Carolina Emergency Management Division will be conducting a telephone survey to better understand the needs of coastal residents who would need assistance during a large-scale emergency evacuation. SCEMD, along with the emergency managers in Horry, Georgetown, Charleston,…
