Hurricane Irma Sept. 6, 2017 2PM Update

1. Irma is a potentially catastrophic category 5 hurricane and will
bring life-threatening wind, storm surge, and rainfall hazards to
portions of the northern Leeward Islands, including the Virgin
Islands and Puerto Rico today.

2. A hurricane warning is in effect for the northern coast of the
Dominican Republic, the southeastern Bahamas, the Turks and
Caicos, and portions of Haiti, with a hurricane watch in effect for
the central Bahamas and much of Cuba. Irma is likely to bring
dangerous wind, storm surge, and rainfall to some of these areas
tonight through Friday.

3. Irma could directly affect the remainder of the Bahamas and Cuba
as an extremely dangerous major hurricane later this week. Residents
in these areas should monitor the progress of Irma and listen to
advice given by officials.

4. Direct impacts from wind, storm surge, and rainfall are possible
in the Florida Keys and portions of the Florida Peninsula beginning
later this week and this weekend. However, given the forecast
uncertainty at these time ranges, it is too soon to specify the
location and magnitude of these impacts.

Hurricane Irma Sept. 6, 2017 8am Update:

 

 

 

 

Hurricane Irma Sept. 6, 2017 8am Update from the National Hurricane Center:

KEY MESSAGES:

1. Irma is a potentially catastrophic category 5 hurricane and will
bring life-threatening wind, storm surge, and rainfall hazards to
portions of the northern Leeward Islands, including the Virgin
Islands and Puerto Rico, today. Preparations should be rushed to completion.

2. A Hurricane Warning is in effect for the northern coast of the
Dominican Republic, as well as the southeastern Bahamas and the Turks and Caicos, with hurricane watches for portions of Haiti and the central Bahamas. Irma is likely to bring dangerous wind, storm surge, and rainfall to these areas from Wednesday night through Friday.

3. Irma could directly affect the remainder of the Bahamas and Cuba as an extremely dangerous major hurricane later this week. Residents in these areas should monitor the progress of Irma and listen to advice given by officials.

4. The chance of direct impacts from Irma beginning later this week and this weekend from wind, storm surge, and rainfall continues to increase in the Florida Keys and portions of the Florida Peninsula. However, it is too soon to specify the timing and magnitude of these impacts.



Wanted Person

Devante R. White

1582 Evelina Street

11/12/1993

 

 

The Mount Pleasant Police Department is seeking the public's help in locating Devante White. Devante is wanted for:

• Criminal Domestic Violence 2nd Degree
• Driving Under Suspension
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Devante should contact Pfc. A. Harper at 843-884-4176 or aharper@tompsc.com. Those who wish to remain anonymous should contact Crime Stoppers at 843-554-1111 or www.5541111.com. Crime Stoppers issues rewards of up to $1000.00 for information that leads to an arrest.

National Prepardness Month

September is National Preparedness Month with the overall theme being "Disasters Don't Plan Ahead. You Can." This week we will focus on making plans for yourself, family, and friends. Each week our posts will focus on a different area that will help you prepare for a disaster.

Public Safety Checkpoints

Identification Needed

The Mount Pleasant Police Department is seeking the public's help to identify this man. He is suspected of identity theft & financial transaction card fraud. 

Please contact Sergeant Salata at 843-856-3032 or msalata@tompsc.com if you have any information. Callers who wish to remain anonymous should call Crime Stoppers at 
843-554-1111.

National Preparedness Month

September is National Preparedness Month. Now is the time to make a plan! This month, we will be sharing information from www.ready.gov on ways to get prepared for an emergency. 

Make A Plan 

Make a plan today. Your family may not be together if a disaster strikes, so it is important to know which types of disasters could affect your area. Know how you’ll contact one another and reconnect if separated. Establish a family meeting place that’s familiar and easy to find. 

Step 1: Put together a plan by discussing these 4 questions with your family, friends, or household to start your emergency plan. 
How will I receive emergency alerts and warnings? 
What is my shelter plan? 
What is my evacuation route? 
What is my family/household communication plan? 

Step 2: Consider specific needs in your household. 
As you prepare your plan tailor your plans and supplies to your specific daily living needs and responsibilities. Discuss your needs and responsibilities and how people in the network can assist each other with communication, care of children, business, pets, or specific needs like the operation of durable medical equipment. Create your own personal network for specific areas where you need assistance. Keep in mind some these factors when developing your plan: 

Different ages of members within your household 
Responsibilities for assisting others 
Locations frequented 
Dietary needs 
Medical needs including prescriptions and equipment 
Disabilities or access and functional needs including devices and equipment 
Languages spoken 
Cultural and religious considerations 
Pets or service animals 
Households with school-aged children 

Step 3: Fill out a Family Emergency Plan 
Download and fill out a family emergency plan or use them as a guide to create your own. 

Emergency Plan for Parents 
Step 4: Practice your plan with your family/household