Mayor Brenda Bethune signs Declaration of Civil Emergency

Myrtle Beach Mayor Brenda Bethune this afternoon signed a Declaration of Civil Emergency in advance of Hurricane Dorian’s approach.  The declaration reads, “Under the authority of the constitution and statutes of the State of South Carolina and pursuant to the authority of Chapter 8 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Myrtle Beach, I, Brenda Bethune,  Mayor, hereby declare a state of civil emergency in the City of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, due to Hurricane Dorian until further notice.” 

 The Myrtle Beach area is expecting hurricane force winds today and tonight as Hurricane Dorian passes by just off shore from the Grand Strand.  Storm surge of several feet is expected, along with six-plus inches of rain (more in some locations).  Several tornado warnings have been issued for the general area already today.  The city urges caution by all residents and visitors, both during and after Hurricane Dorian.  Please take all precautions to protect life and property from this Category 2 or 3 storm.