Orangeburg County SC in South Carolina faces hurricane / storm surge risk across its 1,106 square mile area. Orangeburg serves this central coastal plain county with North Fork Edisto flooding. Orangeburg 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 | Matthew 2016 |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (803) 533-1000 |
| Emergency Shelters | 3 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Orangeburg County SC |
| State | South Carolina (SC) |
| Population | 86 |
| Area | 1,106 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
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