Marion County SC in South Carolina faces hurricane / storm surge risk across its 491 square mile area. Marion was severely flooded by Florence on the Little Pee Dee River in 2018. Marion serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Evacuation routes inland should be identified in advance.
- Store at least 72 hours of food and water.
- Elevate critical belongings above flood level.
- Have backup power ready in case of grid failure.
// Recommended Supplies
Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 7 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Hurricane / Storm Surge |
| Secondary Hazard | Tornado |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 8 |
| Last Major Event | Florence 2018 |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (843) 423-8200 |
| Emergency Shelters | 3 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Marion County SC |
| State | South Carolina (SC) |
| Population | 31 |
| Area | 491 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
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