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Emergency management warns of an above‑average hurricane season; 9‑1‑1 deputy recognized for certification
Summary
Emergency management advised NOAA projects a 60% chance of an above-average hurricane season and urged continued preparedness; the council also recognized Lori Woods, deputy director for 9‑1‑1, with an Emergency Number Professional challenge coin.
Emergency management briefed the council that NOAA predicts a 60% chance of an above-average hurricane season and described local preparedness work.
Sam Hogg (emergency management) said NOAA is calling for 13–19 named storms with 6–10 hurricanes and 3–5 becoming major hurricanes, and urged continued investment in planning and coordination with municipalities, state and federal partners. Hogg said county preparedness includes public education about evacuation zones and readiness kits and cited upcoming outreach events at Coastal Carolina.
Separately, the chair invited Lori Woods, deputy director for 9‑1‑1, to the dais; a county official presented her with an Emergency Number Professional challenge coin in recognition of completing the rigorous certification. Speakers praised staff development opportunities and encouraged continued professional growth.
The county did not announce new policy or funding in response to the hurricane-season briefing; staff indicated ongoing public education and coordination efforts would continue.
