Dorchester County Emergency Management officials continue to monitor weather conditions and work closely with the National Weather Services and local partners to monitor the weather and road conditions.
SCDOT, the County, and local municipalities worked throughout the day on Sunday to salt and clear the roadways. Due to the frigid temperatures expected on Sunday night, there could be icy areas on the roadways on Monday morning. Residents are encouraged to drive slowly and cautiously during their Monday commute.
For road closures, the County is utilizing the Waze map to update the community. Residents can access the map online or by downloading the Waze App on Apple App Store or Google Play. Residents should note that hazards, such as ice or covered roads, may still existing on roads not marked closed throughout the County and should avoid travel during the storm.
Operational Changes
The following County offices will open at 10 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 2:
- County Administrative Offices
- County Courts
- County Libraries
The following County offices and facilities will open at noon on Monday, Feb. 2:
- County Convenience Centers
- County Parks
Runway 06/24 has reopened at Summerville Airport.
Dorchester District 2 and Dorchester District 4 will both have e-learning instruction on Monday, Feb. 2 and will observe conditions for Tuesday.
Dorchester Seniors, Inc. will reopen on Monday at 9 a.m.
Winter Storm Tips
Residents are urged to avoid traveling during the storm and to be particularly cautious of snow, ice, and other hazardous conditions on both roadways and walkways throughout the county.
Residents are also encouraged to:
- Check on neighbors, especially those who are elderly, disabled, or may need additional assistance.
- Dress in warm layers and limit time outside. When shoveling snow, take periodic breaks.
- Practice safe generator, portable heater and fire safety. Only use generators and fuel outdoors and at least 20 feet away from windows, doors, and attached garages, as well as install working carbon monoxide detectors on every level of the house to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning.
- Consider allowing house faucets to drip, open cabinet doors with pipes, and insulate exterior walls and pipes in unheated areas to avoid pipes from freezing.
Warming Center Availability
The following warming centers will be open for men, women, and children. Seacoast Summerville accepts pets as well.
Seacoast North Charleston
5505 N. Rhett Avenue, North Charleston
Shelter in Place on Saturday, Jan. 31 at 2 p.m. to Monday, Feb. 2 at 9 a.m.
Seacoast Summerville
301 E. 5th N. St., Summerville
Open Sunday, Feb. 1, shelter in place and intake any time; and Monday, Feb. 2, 8 pm. – 7 a.m.
For transportation assistance, text TRANSPORT to 320320.
Holy City Missions at Aldergate UMC
1444 Remount Road, North Charleston
Open Sunday, Feb. 1: 7 p.m. – 7 a.m.
For site-specific questions: (843) 744-0283
Bethel AME Church, St. George
5585 Memorial Blvd, Saint George
Open Sunday, Feb. 1, 7 p.m. - 8 a.m.
Stay Informed
Residents are encouraged to stay engaged and follow official sources for the latest updates, including:
- Download the FEMA app and receive real-time alerts from the National Weather Service.
- Follow Dorchester County on Facebook for storm and operational updates.
- Get the latest weather forecast or tips from Dorchester County Emergency Management.
- Sign up for Dorchester’s Emergency Notification System and County newsletter for emergency updates.
- Follow the Waze website or download the Waze app for road closures during the storm. Please note that road conditions may still be hazardous even if a road is not closed.
Visit DorchesterCountySC.gov