Due to the increased storm water received in the upper parts of the county from Tropical Storm Debby, Dorchester County Sheriff's Office teams have been going door-to-door to notify residents near the Edisto River of expected significant flooding over the next several days.
Residents are advised to prepare for rising water levels along the Edisto River, which is anticipated to rise up to 15 feet. Dorchester County's first responders are carefully monitoring the situation and will notify the public if any evacuations become necessary.
Sandbag Distribution
To help mitigate the impact of the flooding, sandbags are available to residents beginning at 3:00 p.m. August 7, 2024. Please note the following:
- There is a limit of ten sandbags per resident or business owner.
- Distribution operates on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Residents are advised to bring their own shovels as the sites operate on a fill-it-yourself model, with the County providing sand and bags.
Sandbag Filling Locations:
Ridgeville Town Hall
- Address: 105 School St, Ridgeville, SC 29472
Dorchester County Fire Station 15 - Grover
- Address: 3336 Wire Road, St. George, SC 29477
For real-time updates on water levels along the Edisto River, track the rising water levels here. For information on necessary precautions, visit floodsmart.gov.
To report storm-related flood damage, please fill out the online Structural Damage Form or contact our Call Center at (843) 832-0393 which is open 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. for the duration of the storm.
