As Hurricane Idalia approaches Hilton Head Island, we want to provide you with the latest updates on the situation. Watch this video for a live look from a local beach as of 10 AM Wednesday morning.
The hurricane is expected to reach the Lowcountry around 8 PM this evening, with projections indicating it as a Category 1 storm. The timing is raising concerns as high tide is expected to coincide with the storm’s arrival, heightening the risk of flooding and storm surges. This presents a particular threat to flood-prone areas along the coast.
In preparation for the storm, numerous businesses and medical facilities have taken the responsible step of closing their doors. At present, Publix has closed, while Target will remain open until noon.
For those seeking shelter from the impending storm, a storm shelter has been set up in Jasper County at 250 Jaguar Trail in Ridgeland.
Travel has also been significantly impacted by Hurricane Idalia. All flights departing from the Hilton Head airport have been canceled for today. Furthermore, all flights departing from the Hilton Head/Savannah Airport after noon today have also been canceled.
Here is a list of Hilton Head closures from the town of Hilton Head.
Stay connected with us on YouTube, Facebook, and/or Instagram as we continue to provide updates throughout the storm.
Please take all necessary precautions and stay safe!
Collins Group Realty physical offices are closed due to Hurricane Idalia. Staff and Agents are working remotely as normal. Please contact us if you should need anything at all. We will be happy to be of assistance. You can follow us on Facebook to get the latest updates and we will continue to send out eNewsletters as we receive information about the storm.
Contact us: 800-823-7516 | info@CollinsGroupRealty.com
Storm Preparedness & Emergency Contacts
South Carolina Emergency Management Division
Evacuation Zones & Maps: https://scemd.org/prepare/know-your-zone/
South Carolina Hurricane Guide: https://hurricane.sc/
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SCDOT
Evacuation Routes: https://www.scdot.org/travel/stormResources.aspx
Local Agencies
Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office
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Town of Hilton Head Island
www.hiltonheadislandsc.gov
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Town of Bluffton
www.townofbluffton.sc.gov
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Utilities
Dominion Energy SC
Customer Service: 1-800-251-7234
Power Outage: 1-888-333-4465
Gas Leaks: 1-800-815-0083
Palmetto Electric
Report Power Outage: 1-866-445-5551
Beaufort-Jasper Water Sewer Authority
Customer Service: 843-987-9200