BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. – Berkeley County officials are taking steps to prepare for potential winter weather expected this weekend, as forecasts call for colder temperatures and the possibility of wintry conditions across the region.
County Emergency Management leaders say coordination is underway among road crews, public safety agencies, and state partners to help reduce impacts and keep residents informed. Crews with Berkeley County Roads and Bridges are scheduled to begin pretreating county-maintained roads, bridges, and facilities on Friday by applying brine, with treatment continuing through the weekend as conditions allow.
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The South Carolina Department of Transportation has already begun pretreating Interstate 26 overpasses and ramps and is expected to start work on county primary routes Friday. State crews will also move to around-the-clock operations beginning that day, according to county officials.
IMPORTANT WEATHER INFO:
CITIZEN CALL LINE: All up-to-date information can be found on the County’s Citizen Line at 843-719-4800. In the event of a power or water outage, please call our Citizen Call Line, for non-emergency calls only. Callers will hear an automated response available 24/7 and information for local utilities and other critical contacts. **For all emergencies, please call 911.**
ROAD CLOSURES: Up-to-date road closures and conditions will be posted HERE.
WARMING CENTERS: Multiple area warming centers will be open nightly Thursday through Monday. View full list and details HERE.
BOND COURT: Bond Court will hold one session each at 3 p.m. on Saturday, January 31 and Sunday, February 1. Currently, court is scheduled to resume normal hours on Monday, February 2 at 9 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.
REPORTING DAMAGE: Any resident or business that sustains structural damage from winter weather is urged to report it HERE or via the Citizen Call Line at 843-719-4800 and leave a detailed message. These reports will determine appropriate federal and state funding for weather-related damage. **For all emergencies, please call 911.**
For the latest updates on weather alerts, closures, and services, residents are encouraged to follow Berkeley County Government on social media, visit www.berkeleycountysc.gov, and sign up for alerts through the county’s Emergency Notification System.
