CONWAY, S.C. - Horry County Emergency Management Department moves to OPCON 2 (Level 2 Operating Condition) on Thursday, January 22, 2026, as of 9 a.m., meaning the county is operating in a heightened state of awareness with emergency plans beginning to be implemented. County officials have begun discussions with the South Carolina Emergency Management Division, local municipalities, and will continue to monitor the situation closely. 

 

The Horry County Emergency Operations Center is not currently activated, however, Horry County Emergency Management will continue to keep the public aware of changes in the forecast and appropriate action will be taken as necessary.

 

Weather forecasts from the National Weather Service in Wilmington, N.C. show the possibility of an impactful winter weather event for Horry County.

 

In anticipation of possible impacts on the region, Horry County Emergency Management reminds all community members to take steps to prepare their households and neighborhoods:

 

·    Check on friends, family, and neighbors.

·    Ensure electronic devices are charged in advance of the arrival of winter weather.

·    Have nonperishable food and water on hand.

·    Check your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

·    Follow all safety instructions for proper use of generators and alternative heating sources, should you need them.

·    Stay off roads once winter precipitation starts falling.

·    Continue to monitor forecasts.

 

Additional information can be found on Horry County’s website at www.horrycountysc.gov

 

Horry County Emergency Management Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/horrycountyemergencymanagementdepartment

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