OPERATING CONDITIONS: The County’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) will move to OPCON 2, partial EOC activation, at 8 a.m. on Monday, August 5. OPCON 2 means a disaster or emergency is likely to affect the County, and emergency operations plans are implemented.
CITIZEN CALL LINE: The Citizen Call Line (843-719-4800) is currently operational 24/7 for non-emergency calls ONLY. Callers will hear an automated response with Berkeley County storm prep information. **For all emergency calls, please call 911.**
SANDBAGS: Berkeley County Roads and Bridges has delivered sandbags to various locations throughout Berkeley County. Sand is available on a first-come, first-served basis. The sites are self-serve. More locations will be added, as needed.
POWER OUTAGES: In the event of a power outage in the coming days, please do not call 911. Please report outages to the appropriate utility provider below:
REPORTING STORM DAMAGE: If your residence or sustains storm damage in the coming days, please report it HERE. Those without Internet access can report storm damage by calling the Citizen Call Line at 843-719-4800 and leaving a detailed voicemail. Reporting storm damage will help Berkeley County staff gauge the extent of damage in the County and report the findings to state and federal officials. These reports will determine appropriate federal and state funding for damage caused by the storm.
BERKELEY ANIMAL CENTER: Storm fosters are needed ahead of the storm. If interested in fostering a cat or dog, please stop by the shelter, located at 131 Central Berkeley Drive in Moncks Corner, starting at 10 a.m. on Monday, August 5. All necessary animal care supplies will be provided.
